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A baby elephant standing in long grass raising up its trunk which is holding a stick

Roar-some reading for young animal lovers

Born Free’s Education Officer Charlie Smith explains how you can access our fun, free kids’ magazine, both in school and out!
A hyena stood on a grassland, looking into the distance

Hyenas – a misunderstood species

Have we misjudged the hyena? Our Conservation Officer, Joe Hedges, considers the relationship people have with hyenas.
A close-up portrait of a tiger

Happy birthday Sandro!

What better way to celebrate World Animal Day, than to wish our rescued tiger many happy returns? Our Rescue & Care Officer Dr Andrea Donaldson reports.
A hare sitting in a meadow of long grass and wild flowers

UK organisations demand the government restores nature now

Our Head of Conservation, Dr Nikki Tagg, joined the recent Restore Nature Now rally in London, and encourages each of us to speak out for the wild.

Do we really need all this stuff?

How does overconsumption impact wild animals? Youth Engagement Officer Enya Perry encourages teachers to download our new Great Debate resources for free.

Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary celebrates its 25-year anniversary

Born Free’s Rescue & Care Officer Dr Andrea Donaldson looks back at their history, and what they have achieved.

16 fun & interesting orangutan facts for International Orangutan Day

Find out more about these awesome orange apes!

An ambassador’s take on selfish selfies

Born Free's Junior and Youth Ambassadors share their thoughts on why we should STOP Selfish Selfies this summer.

Why do elephants have trunks… and what are they for?

On World Elephant Day, we take a closer look this unique feature!

20 interesting lion facts (for adults and kids alike)

Find out more about these amazing animals on World Lion Day!