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ZSL London Zoo holds annual weigh-in

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...

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Grieving elephant to receive experimental cannabidiol treatment

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....

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Study reveals insights into how animals adapt between seasons

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

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....

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Wader protection project awarded funding boost

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...

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Goshawk rescue prompts ownership warning

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...

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Conservationists express delight at beaver trial success

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

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...

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Zoo Animals Fund now open for applications

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...

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BSAVA reminds small animal vets to practice safe bat handling

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...

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