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A black and white photo of an elephant standing next to two people who are crouching on the ground.

Dame Virginia McKenna remembers Pole Pole

On the 42nd anniversary of the death of Pole Pole the elephant, Born Free Co-Founder Dame Virginia McKenna DBE shares her poignant words of remembrance.
An elephant stands in front of a concrete building

Captive elephant deaths emphasise need to phase out elephants in zoos

Born Free is saddened and frustrated by recent tragic events involving elephants in zoos around the world.
A monkey chained to a rocking horse

Two years on, government inaction leaves animals used in tourism to suffer

The Animals (Low Welfare Activities Abroad) Act remains toothless despite campaigning from Born Free and our partners.
A white tiger is behind glass with a paw raised, while people stand in front and one raises a hand to the glass

School zoo visit? What you can do

Is your child’s class taking a trip to the zoo this term? Would you prefer your young one not to visit a facility that keeps wild animals captive for ‘entertainment’? We’re here to help!
A protest outside TUI HQ in Hanover

Born Free calls on TUI to stop supporting dolphin exploitation

We are supporting the latest protest targeting travel giant TUI and their continued promotion and sale of dolphinaria ‘experiences’ around the world.

Marineland orcas and dolphins in limbo

Concerns continue to grow for orcas and dolphins held in captivity at defunct French marine park.
An orangutan sitting on the branches of a tree

30 Interesting Orangutan Facts for Kids and Adults

These magnificent apes have long arms, an orange coat and are very intelligent. Find out everything you need to know about orangutans with our fun facts!
A capybara lying down on the grass with another in the backgrouns

Cafés are no place for wild animals like capybaras

In response to plans for an interactive capybara café in England, Born Free alongside Animal Aid, Freedom for Animals, OneKind, the RSPCA and World Animal Protection has released a position statement.
A photo of a chimpanzee sitting on the grass with their arms folded across their chest

30 Interesting Chimpanzee Facts for Kids and Animal Lovers

Discover 30+ fun and interesting chimpanzee facts. Learn where chimps live, what they eat, how they use tools, and why they need our help.
Chris Lewis, Adeline Lerambert and Will Travers standing together in front of a banner

The ethics of captivity: a landmark gathering

What is the impact of keeping wild animals in captivity and can it ever be morally justified? Born Free attended a prestigious University of Oxford summer school to consider the issues.