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Scientists predict spread of vampire bat rabies virus
The research suggests that greater dispersal of male bats compared with female bats is creating a ‘corridor’ for rabies to...
Nearly 50 birds fall from the sky in Boston
Nearly 50 grackle-type birds were seen falling from the sky. Thirty-two birds and one cat die from unknown cause Health...
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...
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...
Scottish government to introduce animals in circuses bill
The bill will put in place enforcement provisions and sanctions for non-compliance with the ban. Bill will ban the use...
Hedgehogs facing ‘major threat’ from HS2 lorry park
While HS2 have acknowledged their proposal poses a risk to hedgehogs, they are not considering alternative locations. Ecologists to make...