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Scientists discover longest animal ever recorded
The siphonophore is estimated to be 150-feet long. 150-foot-long siphonophore found in the waters of Australia Scientists have discovered 30...
Flamingos form long-lasting friendships, study shows
Flamingos form social bonds rather than loose, random connections. Findings could help in the management of captive flamingos Flamingos form...
Bronx Zoo tiger tests positive for COVID-19
The positive COVID-19 test for the tiger was confirmed by USDA’s National Veterinary Services Laboratory. Big cats tested after developing...
Wildlife charities urge government to end badger cull in light of new figures
The Government has announced plans to gradually phase out badger culling in favour of vaccination. More than 35,000 badgers killed...
Monitoring bird populations
Bird populations change, often because of changes in the environment in which they live and in the resources on which...
Volunteers sought to record mammal sightings in their gardens
"Living with Mammals is something positive we can do at a difficult time." – David Wembridge, PTES. Wildlife charity urges...
Pangolins found to carry coronavirus-related strains
Pangolins are the most trafficked mammal in Asia and, increasingly, Africa. Discovery made in Malayan pangolins seized in southern China...
ZSL London Zoo launches fundraising appeal
Life goes on at ZSL London Zoo: a team of zookeepers, vets and support staff are working tirelessly to ensure...
Calls for tighter restrictions on keeping dangerous snakes as pets
It is currently perfectly legal to sell venomous snakes to people who don’t have a licence. Investigation reveals venomous species...
British butterfly populations on the rise
Summer 2019 was the best since 2007 for British butterfly species. Warmer, wetter summers conducive to the successful development of...