News & Updates

The latest news, blogs and features from Born Free.

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Giraffes simply don’t belong in zoos – no wild animals do!

Born Free calls for major reform of Standards of Modern Zoo Practice.

Simba: A symbol of hope

Simba starts new life at Italian sanctuary after being rescued as tiny, distraught cub in Russia. Now we need to build his forever home!

Will the UK’s new Ivory Act stop online ivory sales?

As the long-awaited Ivory Act is finally implemented, a Born Free investigation uncovers evidence that large volumes of ivory are still being sold online. Read our report.

World Environment Day: Treat or threat?

This World Environment Day you can be 100% forest friendly and help protect chimpanzees and gorillas when you choose shade-grown cocoa and coffee.

Rare parrots fly free in Cameroon

It’s World Parrot Day so, join our flight for survival for these remarkable birds and shake a tail feather to stop their exploitation.

DEFRA admits using incorrect calculations’ to defend failed badger culling

Peer-reviewed research shows culling hasn’t worked.

Orphan cub rescue in Greece

Thanks to eagle-eyed local residents, a tiny brown bear has been rescued and is receiving expert care with Born Free’s long-term partners in Greece.

Everybody needs good neighbours in Kenya

Our Head of Conservation Dr Nikki Tagg and Born Free Kenya’s David Manoa have published a paper on bomas in Oryx – The International Journal of Conservation.

United Nations agrees historic resolution on wildlife trafficking

A historic Resolution on tackling wildlife crime was adopted by consensus at a key United Nations meeting in Vienna, Austria today.

Has government reneged on animals abroad bill?

Shock omission of animal welfare commitments from Queen’s Speech leaves campaigners hanging.