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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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...