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How to build a hedgehog-safe bonfire

Born Free’s Rescue & Care Coordinator, Tarnya Knight, explains why bonfires can be harmful to hedgehogs, and how anyone planning a bonfire can reduce the risk of hurting one of the UK’s most iconic species.
A baby elephant standing in long grass raising up its trunk which is holding a stick

Roar-some reading for young animal lovers

Born Free’s Education Officer Charlie Smith explains how you can access our fun, free kids’ magazine, both in school and out!

Do we really need all this stuff?

How does overconsumption impact wild animals? Youth Engagement Officer Enya Perry encourages teachers to download our new Great Debate resources for free.

New report highlights impact of education in conservation

Born Free releases its 2022-23 Education Annual Report, outlining our international education programmes over the past year, and the impact this work has had.

16 fun & interesting orangutan facts for International Orangutan Day

Find out more about these awesome orange apes!

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!

Meet Born Free star fundraiser Mark Lee Davies

After co-hosting a series of workshops with Born Free, creative artist Mark Lee Davies is holding a public performance in aid our charity.

How we celebrated World Giraffe Day

Saving Meru’s Giants Manager Newton Simiyu reports on a unique initiative to pay tribute to Kenya’s gentle giants and encourage young people to become conservationists.