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The latest news, blogs and features from Born Free.

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Photograph of a group of giraffes standing and grazing in a dense green bushland with mountains in the background. The giraffes vary in size, indicating a mix of adults and juveniles, showcasing natural wildlife in a savanna habitat.

Reticulated Giraffe Facts

Explore reticulated giraffe facts: habitat, diet, life cycle, population numbers, and why this striking giraffe is Endangered.

Tracking Amani: historic lion collaring in Meru National Park

Tech can play a key role in conservation, and our team in Kenya has fitted a lioness with a lightweight satellite collar, to track her movements and help lions coexist with people.
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Jenny Seagrove to host Radio 4 Appeal for Born Free

Listen live to Born Free Patron Jenny Seagrove, telling the story of our work to protect Meru’s lions, in Kenya.
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30 Facts About Hyenas

Discover 30 fascinating facts about hyenas, from their matriarchal clans to their bone-crushing bite. Find out why these misunderstood animals need our help.
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How to plan an ethical safari

Where would you like to go on holiday this year? A safari to our heartland of Kenya could be ideal, so we asked our partners at Gamewatchers Safaris and Porini Camps for their advice.
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Meet our Community Conservation Assistants

With your support, a remarkable team of locally-employed conservation assistants is transforming our outreach in Meru National Park, Kenya. Enjoy our long read.
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Agroforestry school supports conservation in Cameroon

Born Free is supporting pupils in an ‘agroforestry’ school, equipping them with the knowledge and tools they need to start generating sustainable livelihoods.
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How to help endangered animals

Discover ways to help endangered animals through everyday actions. From gardens to African savannahs, learn how to protect wildlife with Born Free.
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How we celebrated International Women’s Day, in Cameroon

To help mark this global day celebrating the achievements of women, Born Free held a special weekend of inspiration, eco-friendly cooking and sports.
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How education nurtures future conservation leaders in Zambia

Born Free is proud to support Chipembele Wildlife Education Trust, a grass-roots organisation encouraging thousands of local school children to cherish the wild.