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Rare zebra shark born at Sea Life Centre

Rare zebra shark born at Sea Life Centre

Zebra sharks are sold for human consumption and oriental medicine Zebra sharks are currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN...

RCVS launch ‘middle tier’ accreditation for vet surgeons

Practising veterinary surgeons with at least five years’ experience and a relevant postgraduate qualification will be eligible to apply Accreditation...

Pet shop primates: report reveals inexcusable behaviour

Pet Shop Primates: report reveals inexcusable behaviour

The report raises concerns for the welfare of some primates kept in pet shops, with monkeys in one shop on...

RVC makes breakthrough in coccidiosis research

RVC makes breakthrough in coccidiosis research

The global economic cost of coccidiosis stands at around £1.8 billion. Researchers a step closer to an affordable coccidiosis vaccine...

HSI urge Defra to extend badger vaccination scheme

HSI urge Defra to extend badger vaccination scheme

Society warns scheme will have limited impact unless it is available in ‘high-risk’ areas With the badger cull rumoured to...

Lottery boost for River Nene 'dragons'

Lottery boost for River Nene ‘dragons’

Froglife receives grant of over £470,000 to help their Dragon Finder project Amphibians and reptiles living along the River Nene...