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New strain of canine distemper found in the US
The distinct virus strain was detected over a one-year period in eight animals. Strain is “significantly distinct” from vaccines, scientists...
Gove ‘cautious’ about trophy hunting import ban
Under current legislation, trophy hunters can legally bring body parts back into the UK with a special permit. Ban will...
Defra investigates Natural England over general licences
Natural England revoked three general licences for shooting 16 species of wild bird. Call for evidence to explore impact of...
Scottish beavers given protected status
"Granting beavers protected status is an important milestone for the return of the species to Scotland’s lochs and rivers." Charities...
Wild animals to be banned in circuses from 2020
The Wild Animals in Circuses Bill will mean circus operators in England can no longer use wild animals as part...
Vigilance urged following reports of Seoul virus
Researchers identified infected rats on or near pig farms in Yorkshire and Cheshire. Disease identified at pig farms in northern...
