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Report documents shocking growth of captive lion trade

Report documents shocking growth of captive lion trade

South Africa has exported more than 200 live captive-bred tigers in the last five years. Born Free explores key role...

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World’s last male northern white rhino dies

World’s last male northern white rhino dies

“He was a great ambassador for his species." Sudan was euthanised on welfare grounds aged 45 The world’s last male...

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Trafficked pets released back into the wild

Trafficked pets released back into the wild

“It is such a joy to see these animals go back to the wild where they belong." Turtles and tortoises...

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Concerns grow as another golden eagle disappears

Concerns grow as another golden eagle disappears

Another tagged golden eagle has disappeared in the Scottish Highlands. RSPB calls for for new protective measures  Concerns are growing...

Think tank warns government not to rush plastic decisions

Think tank warns government not to rush plastic decisions

The Green Alliance warns that replacing plastics with plant-based materials could increase pressure for deforestation. Green Alliance urges against replacing...

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Approaching dangerous animals involved in RTAs

Wildlife Aid Foundation CEO Simon Cowell offers advice for veterinary practitioners presented with dangerous animals involved in RTAs.      ...

Raptor wildlife casualties in general practice

Exotics expert Tom Dutton explains how to handle, feed and clinically examine birds of prey.    ...

Tom Dutton
Microplastics in urban rivers a ‘major factor’ in ocean pollution

Microplastics in urban rivers a ‘major factor’ in ocean pollution

Researchers are calling for tighter regulations on waste flowing into urban waterways. UK rivers found to contain high levels of...

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Edinburgh Zoo suspends panda breeding

Edinburgh Zoo suspends panda breeding

Giant pandas Tian Tian and Yang Guang arrived in Edinburgh in 2011, having travelled from Chengdu in China. Pause will...

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Study highlights link between bird feeders and disease

Study highlights link between bird feeders and disease

Garden feeders can encourage birds to repeatedly gather in the same location. Public urged to feed birds in moderation and...

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