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Operation Thunder rescues almost 30,000 live animals from traffickers

2025 figures offer a stark reminder of the escalating scale of global wildlife trafficking, fuelled by demand for exotic pets.
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CITES CoP20 – some good outcomes for wildlife in a time of uncertainty

Born Free’s Head of Policy, Dr Mark Jones, reports back on the key outcomes from the international wildlife trade conference.
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CITES CoP 20 – Key Questions Answered

Ahead of CITES CoP20, starting 24 November 2025, we answer the most commonly asked questions about CITES and where Born Free stands on key issues.
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Born Free educates Ethiopian military on illegal wildlife trade

The workshop helped 167 graduates understand the threats of the illegal wildlife trade and how to prevent it.
An adult elephant standing with two young elephants on a dusty plain.

Born Free welcomes the outcomes of the IUCN World Congress

Dr Mark Jones explains why we're calling for urgent and robust implementation of the outcomes, following the meeting in Abu Dhabi.
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From heartbreak to hope for rescued pangolins

The stories of two pangolins rescued by Lilongwe Wildlife Centre show the ups and downs of their vital work to protect the species.
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Born Free to attend IUCN World Conservation Congress

Our Policy team will be supporting motions to improve wildlife conservation and welfare standards at the global Congress.
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Meet gorilla champion Jo Gaweda

Anna Cryer from our Conservation team, chats to Jo Gaweda – Ape Action Africa’s Assistant Manager, to learn more about their work and how your support makes a difference.
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Update on Wanjala, the orphan pangolin

With your help, a young pangopup – rescued from wildlife traffickers – has undergone a remarkable transformation in Malawi. But, pangolins belong in the wild of course…
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Born Free at Birdfair

With fascinating talks and wild activities, the world’s biggest annual celebration of wildlife has taken place near Rutland Water, UK, and our team was actively involved.