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Japan's ivory tusk registration system 'awash with fraud'

Japan’s ivory tusk registration system ‘awash with fraud’

Ivory traders are taking advantage of loopholes in the system. Calls to end domestic trade after damning report  An undercover...

Wildlife Editor
Defra open to ban on keeping primates as pets

Defra open to ban on keeping primates as pets

Mr Eustice’s comments have been welcomed by animal health and welfare groups. Comments welcomed by animal welfare groups  Defra minister...

Exotics Editor
Herdsmen charged for lion poisonings

Herdsmen charged for lion poisonings

The Born Free Foundation said it was "devastated" by the deaths and raised concerns about the impact this could have...

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Welfare committee seeks evidence on hunting with dogs

Welfare committee seeks evidence on hunting with dogs

A call for evidence about the welfare of hunted foxes has been issued by the Wild Animal Welfare Committee. Call...

Wildlife Editor
Wildlife project receives lottery funding

Wildlife project receives lottery funding

The programme will focus on protecting key threatened species from extinction – such as the Duke of Burgundy butterfly. Over...

Wildlife Editor
Over a quarter of UK birds red-listed

Over a quarter of UK birds red-listed

Puffins have now been added to the red list, along with 19 other species. RSPB report shows largest increase in...

Wildlife Editor