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British hedgehog classed as vulnerable to extinction
"It is not enough to rely on the goodwill of individuals to protect this important creature" – BHPS. Government urged...
Wild tigers making ‘remarkable’ comeback
"Ten years ago, tigers were in such a perilous state, that there was a very real risk of them becoming...
New veterinary conference announced
BVA Live will debut at the NEC, Birmingham, in 2021. BVA Live will provide practical clinical and non-clinical CPD. The British...
Grant to fund research into the suffering of wild-caught fish
The vast majority of fish caught for food every year are not stunned before slaughter. Study to inform possible move...
Study to investigate whether robotic mowers are harmful to hedgehogs
"We need to find out if these mowers are in fact harmful to hedgehogs." Threat has yet to be scientifically...
Wales votes to ban wild animals in circuses
Members of the Senedd voted 53 votes to zero in favour of the Wild Animals in Circuses Bill. Wild Animals...
European hamsters and lemurs added to IUCN Red List
"More research into the various possible drivers of the European hamster’s disappearance is urgently needed." “The world needs to act...
Experts call for closer wildlife monitoring to prevent future pandemics
Closer wildlife monitoring of wildlife is required to prevent future pandemics, a group of wildlife experts has warned. Scientists recommend...
Rescue package announced for zoos and aquariums in England
Zoos and aquariums were allowed to reopen with social distancing measures on 15 June. Government to make £100m funding available...
Study reveals origins of guinea pig domestication
It is commonly accepted that guinea pigs became domesticated in and Andes region of South America. Researchers use ancient DNA...
