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Complexities of bird trade ‘underestimated’, report finds

Complexities of bird trade ‘underestimated’, report finds

"To secure a future for the region’s increasingly threatened birds we need integrated strategies that seek urgently to halt or...

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Snakes need space to fully stretch their bodies - study

Snakes need space to fully stretch their bodies – study

"For decades, caged snakes have literally had almost no room to move – now there should be no room for...

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Scotland to introduce new legislation on fox hunting

Scotland to introduce new legislation on fox hunting

Mairi Gougeon also revealed an intention to explore the option of a licensing scheme to permit the use of more...

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European birds identified as hosts of fatal Asian disease

European birds identified as hosts of fatal Asian disease

The study found that barn swallows could harbour Japanese encephalitis. Study reveals species most likely to host flaviviruses  Some of...

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Fatal condition spreading through US deer

Fatal condition spreading through US deer

CWD is a neurological condition that affects deer, moose and elk. Disease comparable to BSE in cattle A fatal condition...

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Consultation ‘last chance’ to keep Minsmere safe

Consultation ‘last chance’ to keep Minsmere safe

The Marsh harrier, one of the UK’s rarest birds, is particularly sensitive to artificial light and noise. RSPB calls on...

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