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ZSL London Zoo holds annual weigh-in
Keeper Eva Konczol weighs the Humboldt penguins at the annual weigh-in. Recordings contribute to global endangered species database ZSL London...

Grieving elephant to receive experimental cannabidiol treatment
The elephants will receive the CBD oil either directly through their mouths or it will be mixed into their food....

Study reveals insights into how animals adapt between seasons
The study of sheep reveals how the brain changes in response to daylight hours to adapt to the changing conditions....

Thousands back plan for first Scottish wildcat reserve
Scottish wildcats are 70 times more elusive than the giant panda. Last remaining stronghold in Scotland is under threat from logging....

Wader protection project awarded funding boost
SAC Consulting and RSPB Scotland are working together to protect wading birds. Wader bird species are in decline across the...

Goshawk rescue prompts ownership warning
Owned goshawks must be registered by their keeper under the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981. Owned goshawks must be either...

Conservationists express delight at beaver trial success
Beavers were hunted to extinction in Britiain around 400 years ago. Beavers introduced to the River Otter will be able...

Born Free calls for overhaul of Zoo Licensing Act
The call follows the release of Born Free’s new animation, Creature Discomforts: Life in Lockdown. Charity says regular financial assessment...

Zoo Animals Fund now open for applications
Funding can be used to cover animal welfare related costs, as well as staffing and maintenance. Zoos and aquariums affected...

BSAVA reminds small animal vets to practise safe bat handling
The most recent case of rabies in a bat in Britain was in July 2020 in Wimbourne, Dorset. New statistics...