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Two grey wolves standing side by side

European Parliament votes to downgrade wolf protection, putting their future at risk

The European Parliament has shunned scientific evidence and public opinion to vote in favour of downgrading the protection status of wolves.
A white wolf standing on a rock with tree branches in the background

Can an animal be brought back from extinction?

The claimed 'de-extinction' of dire wolves using ancient DNA appears to offer hope. But, is it what it seems, and should we focus on saving the species we still have?
Close up of a grey wolf's head and shoulders

Wolves to lose vital protections under the Bern Convention

Born Free reports on a dangerous step backwards for European wildlife.

2022 winners of the McKenna-Travers Award for Compassionate Conservation

Born Free is thrilled to announce that the winner of the 2022 McKenna-Travers Award for Compassionate Conservation is Letícia Benavalli.