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Badger cull could extend to 10 new zones
Derbyshire Wildlife Trust runs the UK’s largest badger vaccination programme. Natural England is reviewing badger cull applications for 2019 Members...
Scientists question ‘the Nemo effect’
Global reports suggest the 2003 film Finding Nemo led to a surge in purchases of clown fish. This has since...
Report highlights animal cruelty in zoos across the world
Wild animals in zoos and aquariums across the world are enduring appalling suffering for visitor entertainment. Researchers observe dolphins being...
Public urged to look out for hedgehogs seen in daylight
“We frequently get calls from members of the public who have been watching a hedgehog that’s been lay still in...
Study sheds light on why some grey squirrels are black
Black squirrels are the same species as grey squirrels, the only difference being their fur colour. Findings point to faulty...
Microchip reminder after giant tortoise found wandering through field
RSPCA animal collection officer Kate Wright with the runaway tortoise. Finder hauled the enormous animal home in a wheelbarrow Pet...
Labour calls for review of ‘driven’ grouse shooting
“There are viable alternatives to grouse shooting such as simulated shooting and wildlife tourism." Review ‘should look at alternatives and...
Record breeding year for hen harriers
Natural England will monitor the birds’ progress as they move away from their nest areas. Total of 81 fledged chicks...
British Airways announces launch of new animal welfare policy
British Airways and Born Free have joined forces to create a new animal welfare policy. Airline removes all attractions featuring...
Feeding garden birds – opportunities and risks
Bird tables and hanging feeders provide supplementary food to many of the wild birds visiting our gardens. Mike Toms from...