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Endangered giraffe born on ‘day of hope’
Margaret is a reticulated giraffe, born as part of the international conservation breeding programme for the species. Calf named Margaret...
Vets welcome proposed ban on primates as pets
An estimated 5,000 primates are kept as pets in the UK. “We must put an end to the keeping and...
New RZSS and National Museums Scotland facilities support UK’s first zoological biobank
The biological samples will be used by scientist to help improve conservation outcomes for many species. Organisations help improve access...
Campaign to ban single-use, disposable face masks launched
The RSPCA has reported nearly 1000 incidents of animals becoming caught in litter across 2020. Non-recyclable face masks pose a...
Scotland introduces harsher penalties for animal and wildlife crime
Mountain hares will be reclassified as endangered animals in 2021, which will protect the species from being killed, injured or...
Thousands of seabirds to benefit from Solway Firth expansion
The red-throated diver will be joining the extensive list of species already protected by the MAP. Red-throated diver and ringed...