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Discovery sheds light on BSE

Discovery sheds light on BSE

BSE is caused by a misfolded protein called a prion. Prion research used imaging process called electron cryomicroscopy The structure...

Tortoise hibernation

It is important to appreciate that not all species of tortoise kept as pets hibernate. Temperate terrestrial species such as...

Tom Dutton
Giraffe are four species, not one

Giraffe are four species, not one

"As distinct species, it makes them some of the most endangered large mammals in the world." Scientific discovery has implications...

Wildlife Editor
Dormice numbers fall by a third

Dormice numbers fall by a third

Dormice were once widespread throughout England and Wales but are now vulnerable to extinction. Species threatened by loss of woodland...

Wildlife Editor
Parents 'underestimate risk' of family dog

Parents ‘underestimate risk’ of family dog

"The healthy trust of unfamiliar dogs does not appear to exist toward the family dog." Education needed to prevent children...

Flat-faced cats 'may suffer breathing problems'

Brachycephalic cats ‘may suffer breathing problems’

Facial features like short noses are considered desirable for some pedigree breeds of cat. Concerned owners urged to contact their...