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Defra publishes new general licences for the control of wild birds
The use of these licences will aid wildlife conservation as well as protecting crops, livestock and public health and safety....
Researchers discover new primate species in Myanmar
The Popa langur resides in central Myanmar. Animal dubbed the Popa langur is threatened by habitat loss and hunting. Fauna...
New study could improve protection efforts for manta rays
These findings suggest that existing protection methods may not be as effective as previously thought. Researchers uncover evidence of diversity...
Goby fish fins may be as sensitive as human fingertips, study suggests
The team studied goby fish from Lake Michigan as they manouvered over different surfaces. Researchers observe how goby fish use...
RSPCA reports more than 2200 incidents of cruelty to wildlife in 2020
The RSPCA is urging the public to be vigilant and report any suspicious behaviour to the RSPCA cruelty line or...
Denmark to cull 17 million mink after mutated COVID-19 strain found
Outbreaks of COVID-19 on mink farms have been reported across the world, resulting in millions of animals being culled. Government...
New 10 year plan launched to help protect honey bees
The Healthy Bees Plan 2030 was developed in consultation with bee health stakeholders. Defra publishes key outcomes to improve bee...
Environment secretary promotes ‘hedgehog-friendly’ gardens campaign
"[Hedgehogs] play an important role in both this country’s heritage and natural environment." – Elizabeth Truss, environment secretary. Defra works...
Hedgehogs at greater risk before and after hibernation, study suggests
Grace Johnson, of Hedgehog Street – a project run by PTES and BHPS – with a native hedgehog. Majority of deaths...
‘Lockdown bonfires’ spark concern for hedgehogs
The BHPS is urging people not to build bonfires until the day they are due to be lit. BHPS issues...
