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In conversation: Ashley Leiman from the Orangutan Foundation

To celebrate International Orangutan Day, we spoke to Ashley Leiman OBE, Founder and Director of the Orangutan Foundation.

16 fun & interesting orangutan facts for International Orangutan Day

Find out more about these awesome orange apes!

Cruel reptile show strikes again

Born Free is saddened to report the UK’s largest reptile show and market has found a new venue in Rotherham, following the decision by Marshall Arena in Milton Keynes to stop hosting the cruel and outdated event.

Kenyan community walks on the wild side

Last week, hundreds of community members and school children walked 20,000 steps in support of elephant and lion conservation in Meru National Park.

Hunting Trophy Import Ban nears critical stage in Parliament

Born Free is urging supporters to support the bill one last time by writing to Rishi Sunak and Lord True.

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!

Farewell Hailu

We are incredibly sad to say farewell to beautiful Hailu, one of our Cheetah Family in Ethiopia, who passed away recently.

New alliance in Zambia

Zambia Primate Project’s new relationship with Game Rangers International is fantastic news for monkey rescue. Our Rescue & Care Officer, Dr Andrea Donaldson, reports.