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Christmas cooking fat can be fatal for birds
Only pure fats like lard are suitable for birds to consume. RSPB reminds public which fats are beneficial With Christmas...
Britain and Ireland’s moths ‘on the move’
Intensive agriculture, artificial light and climate change are driving moth populations to other parts of Britain. Landmark publication shows patterns...
British Airways opens rescued lion enclosure
The lionesses are settling into their brand new enclosure. Move forms part of airline’s commitment to end ‘exploitative tourism’ A...
Scottish wildcats given lifeline
The first release of wildcats is expected in 2022 European funding agreed for recovery project A report published in February...
Study reveals insights on zookeeper-animal bond
Vicki Melfi, professor in human-animal interactions at Hartpury University. Zookeepers draw boundaries with animals in their care to maintain illusions...
Further pressure on endangered eels
Illegal trade in European eels is most serious wildlife crime facing EU Smuggling surge as European fishing season begins Fishing...
Humane slaughter of wild fish
There is good evdence that wild-caught fish may experience significant suffering Funding to encourage development and adoption of humane methods...
Genomes of British wildlife to be mapped
The project will see teams collect and barcode around 8,000 key British species Unprecedented insight facilitated by Wellcome funding to...
High Court rejects ivory ban challenge
"I welcome today’s ruling by the High Court which upholds the UK’s commitment to ban the ivory trade" – Theresa...
Red deer responding to climate change
Red deer on the Isle of Rum Scottish Isle provides evidence individuals are evolving to give birth earlier Field records...