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Men sentenced for cockfighting offences

Men sentenced for cockfighting offences

In one of the caravans searched, officers found hundreds of photos and paintings showing cockfighting. RSPCA officer says the men...

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Rare pine marten captured on camera in Northumberland

Rare pine marten captured on camera in Northumberland

The pine marten is Britain’s second rarest carnivore after the wildcat. Footage shows species has returned to northern England Ecologists...

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Report documents shocking growth of captive lion trade

Report documents shocking growth of captive lion trade

South Africa has exported more than 200 live captive-bred tigers in the last five years. Born Free explores key role...

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World’s last male northern white rhino dies

World’s last male northern white rhino dies

“He was a great ambassador for his species." Sudan was euthanised on welfare grounds aged 45 The world’s last male...

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Trafficked pets released back into the wild

Trafficked pets released back into the wild

“It is such a joy to see these animals go back to the wild where they belong." Turtles and tortoises...

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Concerns grow as another golden eagle disappears

Concerns grow as another golden eagle disappears

Another tagged golden eagle has disappeared in the Scottish Highlands. RSPB calls for for new protective measures  Concerns are growing...