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Calls for tighter restrictions on keeping dangerous snakes as pets

Calls for tighter restrictions on keeping dangerous snakes as pets

It is currently perfectly legal to sell venomous snakes to people who don’t have a licence. Investigation reveals venomous species...

Exotics Editor
British butterfly populations on the rise

British butterfly populations on the rise

Summer 2019 was the best since 2007 for British butterfly species. Warmer, wetter summers conducive to the successful development of...

Wildlife Editor
ZSL Whipsnade launches educational outreach programme

ZSL Whipsnade launches educational outreach programme

Practical exercises will help students learn about wildlife and conservation. Hands-on sessions on conservation to inspire students ZSL Whipsnade Zoo...

Wildlife Editor
Insects and crustaceans ‘more alike than we thought’

Insects and crustaceans ‘more alike than we thought’

Mantis shrimp. Study could aid in the understanding of brain evolution Shrimps, lobsters and crabs have more in common with...

Wildlife Editor
Badger culls to be phased out in favour of vaccination of bTB

Badger culls to be phased out in favour of vaccination of bTB

Badger culling was extended to 40 areas in September, in a effort to control the disease. Defra outlines next strategic...

Wildlife Editor
Welsh government launches new scheme to help local wildlife

Welsh government launches new scheme to help local wildlife

This new initiative aims to "create, restore and enhance hundreds of habitats across the country." Encourages local communities to create...

Wildlife Editor