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The latest news, blogs and features from Born Free.

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Badger culling in Britain has ended – but will it last?

The government’s decision not to renew the last culling licence in Cumbria has finally ended one of the country's most disastrous wildlife control policies.
Photograph showing a group of goats gathered near a tree with a black and yellow solar-powered device attached to it. The scene highlights the use of technology, possibly for monitoring or deterrence, in a rural or natural environment with dry vegetation and sparse trees.

Flashing lights protect livestock from predators

To help keep livestock safe in Kenya, conservationists and pastoralists are getting innovative! Predator deterrent lights are proving successful in both the Meru and Amboseli landscapes.
Photograph of a group of elephants in a grassy area with palm trees in the background, including one adult standing prominently and three calves interacting nearby. White birds are also present around the elephants, adding to the natural wildlife scene.

Elephant baby boom!

Monitored by our long-term partners, the Amboseli Trust for Elephants, over 200 baby elephants were born in Kenya’s Amboseli Ecosystem last year. But why so many?
Photograph of an elephant standing behind a rusty metal fence with a blurred background. The elephant's large tusks and textured skin are prominently visible, highlighting its size and strength.

Kariba the elephant: Relocation update

The latest news on the planned move of Kariba, from Belgian zoo Pakawi Park to Europe's first large-scale elephant sanctuary, Pangea.
Photograph of a tiger lying behind metal bars, showing close-up of its face with intense eyes and detailed fur patterns. Bars create a cage-like structure, highlighting captivity and contrast between wild animal and confinement.

Escaped tiger killed by police in Germany

Born Free urges governments to take action following another tragic incident involving a privately kept big cat.
A fox is standing behind a bunch of bluebells looking up at the sky

Take action: Help get trail hunting banned for good

Born Free welcomes Government consultation on a Trail Hunting Ban, and urges the public to take action.
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Born Free laments lack of wildlife commitments in 2026 King’s Speech

Labour government ignores previous promises on nature, as speech fails to mention any forthcoming protections for animals.
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Lion collaring project continues with second Meru lion

ResQ the lioness has been collared in Meru National Park, Kenya, as part of Born Free’s vital lion monitoring work.
Photograph of a group of protesters including Chris Packham, Olivia Evand and Megan McCubbin outside a historic building holding signs and banners advocating to ban trail hunting and strengthen the Hunting Act. Signs feature a white bear logo with

Born Free rallies for change to trail hunting law

Born Free joined over 500 people outside Parliament to call for change to strengthen the Hunting Act, and highlight the importance of a trail hunting ban.
Photograph of a serval cat standing on dry, patchy ground with sparse vegetation. The serval has large ears, a spotted coat with black markings, and is looking directly at the camera.

Two servals return to their sanctuary haven, in South Africa

With your help, two rescued servals – given a temporary home after a devastating wildfire in South Africa – are now safely back with our partner sanctuary, Panthera Africa.