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Team maps movements of alien bird species

Team maps movements of alien bird species

Some of the birds introduced in recent years include popular cage birds like parrots, starlings and finches. Introductions driven by...

Exotics Editor
TV vet triggers debate on working hours

TV vet triggers debate on working hours

Julian Norton claimed fewer young vets want to work in mixed practice due to the longer hours and lone working....

Industry Editor
Purr therapy

Purr therapy

Studies have shown that pets can help us to live mentally healthier lives. How caring for pets is proven to...

Purr therapy: how caring for pets is proven to boost mental health

We all know that pets can provide companionship, love and are a great source of motivation. But in recent years,...

African spotted genet found at depot

African spotted genet found at depot

Vets identified the exotic animal as a spotted genet, native to Africa. Exotic pet travelled 120 miles in 18 days...

Exotics Editor
Study uses citizen science to uncover lost birdsong

Study uses citizen science to uncover lost birdsong

Volunteers in the UK and New Zealand were encouraged to collect and submit recordings of singing yellowhammers.  Researchers compare recordings...

Wildlife Editor