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Calls to close Japan’s domestic ivory market

Calls to close Japan’s domestic ivory market

Under current laws, ivory businesses are regulated but trade between individuals is not, unless tusks are involved. Growing trend for...

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Defra announces more frequent bTB testing

Defra announces more frequent bTB testing

The new rules will mainly affect the south west and parts of the Midlands. Changes to testing requirements in highest-risk...

Farmers underreport hare coursing due to intimidation - NFU

Farmers underreport hare coursing due to intimidation – NFU

Hare coursing has been illegal in the UK since 2005, under The Hunting Act 2004. Police, CPS and NFU meet...

First resident dolphins found in English waters

First resident dolphins found in English waters

As dolphins are so wide-ranging, strong evidence is required to show that an area is important, before protection can be...

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Asiatic cheetah numbers fall below 50

Asiatic cheetah numbers fall below 50

Asiatic cheetahs are classed as critically endangered on the IUCN Red List. Conservationists urge Iranian government not to give up There...

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Blacklisted shark fishing vessel arrested in Liberia

Blacklisted shark fishing vessel arrested in Liberia

Sea Shepherd assists the Liberian Coast guard to arrest the Labiko 2. Arrest will save “hundreds of thousands” of sharks...

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