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Close up of the head of a dead male lion, with a trophy hunter crouching behind it

Born Free welcomes progress towards UK hunting trophy ban

Bill to ban trophy imports passes its second stage in the House of Commons.
A rhino with large horn is emerging from behind a bush

Rhino poaching on the rise again in South Africa

Latest government figures from South Africa reveal an increase in rhino killing since 2020.

Barrow Council reveal South Lakes Safari Zoo inspection outcome

While Born Free welcomes some aspects of report, flawed inspection process may have hindered inspector’s findings.

Mixed results for protection of rhino populations from international trade

Since two new proposals were made public, Born Free, alongside partner organisations, has been asking that governments reject both outright.

Adoption Diary November 2022

The latest news on some of the adopted animals YOU help us look after.

Celebrating World Ranger Day

Born Free salutes the brave and tireless men and women, working long hours in difficult conditions and putting their lives on the line to keep threatened wildlife safe from poachers.

Why protect rhinos?

Find out how these amazing animals have a pivotal role in the ecosystem.