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The latest news, blogs and features from Born Free.

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Farewell alam

We are heartbroken to report the sad passing of Alam the leopard who died recently following a short illness.

Born free’s preview of 2019

As 2018 draws to a close, we’re looking forward to a new year that is already proving to be bigger and better than 2018. So what can you expect from Born Free in 2019?

Government responds to Born Free petition

There are almost 5,000 dangerous wild animals kept privately under licence across Britain, outside zoos. While some of these animals may be kept on farms, or by rescue centres, a worryingly large number are kept as pets.

Malawi government rejects trophy hunting proposal

Born Free has welcomed news that the Malawi government has rejected a proposal to reintroduce trophy hunting inside the country’s protected wildlife areas.

Monkey found dead on london street

The body of a primate, thought to be a black-tufted marmoset, was found dead on a north London street last week by a member of the public. The animal had suffered severe injuries and was missing part of its face.

Born free’s 18 highlights of 2018

As the year draws to a close, we look back at some of our biggest achievements. Here’s our 18 highlights of 2018…

Born free welcomes uk ivory trade ban

Born Free has welcomed the passing of the Ivory Bill into UK law.

Born free reacts to 2018 badger cull figures

Born Free's reaction to news that 32,601 badgers were killed across 30 licensed culling zones in the west of England.

Limbe wildlife centre at christmas

In a guest blog, Laura Craddock, Fundraising and Communications Manager at the Born Free-supported Limbe Wildlife Centre, explains how staff are preparing for their busiest time of the year.

Hunting medals at the maasai olympics

It’s Olympics finals day today… but not the Olympics you think.