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MSPs back ban on wild animals in circuses

MSPs back ban on wild animals in circuses

"The use of wild animals in this way is emblematic of the way we treat all animals." Bill passes first...

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Government announces plans to ban ivory sales

Government announces plans to ban ivory sales

The government is planning exemptions for items which do not contribute to the poaching of elephants. Plans will cover ivory...

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Responsible exotic pet ownership

Responsible exotic pet ownership

Molly Varga at BVNA Congress. An ethical issue for veterinary professionals "In many cases, I feel as if I should be...

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Crop-based animal feed ‘driving wildlife loss’

Crop-based animal feed ‘driving wildlife loss’

The biggest consumer of crop-based feed is poultry. Report highlights impact of meat-based diets A new report has found that...

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Study reveals how bees find their way back home

Study reveals how bees find their way back home

A network of neurons integrates every change in direction and distance on outbound journeys. Study unravels complex working of the...

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Most honey contains traces of neonicotinoids - study

Most honey contains traces of neonicotinoids – study

Seventy-five per cent of honey contained at least one neonicotinoid pesticide. Pesticide understood to cause harmful effects in bees Most...

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