News & Updates

Born Free’s latest data reveals thousands of dangerous non-native wild animals are being kept as ‘pets’ in private homes across Britain.

High court ruling to allow the export of a privately-held rhino horn stockpile raises fears of devastating impact on the future of rhinos.

Pangea Elephant Sanctuary’s first resident, Julie, marks the end of wild animals in Portuguese circuses.

The UK still hasn’t banned the import of grotesque trophies from the barbaric ‘sport’ of trophy hunting. 11 years on – have we failed to learn the lessons from the brutal killing of Cecil?

Following 11 deaths in 10 years, Born Free joins international group of elephant experts in calling for an end to the unnecessary suffering.

The trailblazing investigative reporter who brought the horrific practice of ‘canned lion hunting’ to the world’s attention.

The UK Government’s new strategy shifts emphasis to cattle, but leaves the door open for further wildlife persecution.

This World Environment Day, Born Free emphasises the urgent need for international action to combat wildlife and environmental crime.

Born Free joins Dolphinaria-Free Europe in calling for French authorities to reconsider transferring orcas to Loro Parque.

Despite being adopted by the World Health Assembly in May 2025, a year later key details that would allow it to enter into force have still not been agreed.