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New Caudata rules set to come into force in July
Bsal has been detected in different species of salamander across the UK, both kept as pets and in the wild....
Appeal to raise funds for rescued circus animals
Kimba is one of the three lions rescued by Animal Defenders International. Three lions saved after Guatemala circus ban Animal...
‘Escaped’ big cats found in enclosures at German zoo
Floods swept through the privately owned Eifel Zoo, leaving two lions, two tigers and a jaguar unaccounted for. (Stock photo)...
Vets carry out rare ultrasound on rhino
Greater one-horned rhinos are threatened by expanding human populations in their native Nepal and India. Behan’s irregular reproductive cycles were...
Rare bird populations at risk of lead shot poisoning
The report notes particular concern about the impact of lead poisoning on the common pochard population. Lead Ammunition Group publishes...
Captive dolphins ‘anticipate’ human interaction
The study analysed the behaviours displayed by captive dolphins before an upcoming event. Study measures how captive dolphins feel about...
Scotland’s ban on wild animals in circuses comes into force
“Having campaigned for many years to end the suffering of circus animals, we are thrilled that Scotland has taken action."...
Iridescence may confuse potential predators – study
Iridescence can be seen throughout the natural world. Researchers find dazzling colour prevents bees from seeing shapes Iridescence in animals...
Sanctuary to rehabilitate ‘unemployed’ elephants
The sanctuary will also provide care for orphaned or injured wild elephants. Elephants Lake will help former logging animals A...
Badger culling to be allowed in Low Risk Area
The BVA had called for greater clarity on how and where badger controls would be introduced in the LRA. Government...