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British Airways opens rescued lion enclosure

British Airways opens rescued lion enclosure

The lionesses are settling into their brand new enclosure. Move forms part of airline’s commitment to end ‘exploitative tourism’ A...

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Scottish wildcats given lifeline

Scottish wildcats given lifeline

The first release of wildcats is expected in 2022 European funding agreed for recovery project A report published in February...

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Study reveals insights on zookeeper-animal bond

Study reveals insights on zookeeper-animal bond

Vicki Melfi, professor in human-animal interactions at Hartpury University. Zookeepers draw boundaries with animals in their care to maintain illusions...

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Further pressure on endangered eels

Further pressure on endangered eels

Illegal trade in European eels is most serious wildlife crime facing EU Smuggling surge as European fishing season begins Fishing...

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Humane slaughter of wild fish

Humane slaughter of wild fish

There is good evdence that wild-caught fish may experience significant suffering Funding to encourage development and adoption of humane methods...

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Genomes of British wildlife to be mapped

Genomes of British wildlife to be mapped

The project will see teams collect and barcode around 8,000 key British species Unprecedented insight facilitated by Wellcome funding to...

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