How do you rescue an animal?
Our team rescues and rehomes vulnerable animals, often from lives of misery in tiny cages. But it’s a complicated process, as Rescue & Care Officer Flo Blackbourn explains.
News & Updates
The latest news, blogs and features from Born Free.
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.
The people’s vote: No more large animals in zoos
An exclusive opinion poll has revealed more than 75% of the British public believe the next UK government should end the keeping of large animals in zoos.
Adoption Diary February 2023
The latest news on some of the adopted animals YOU help us look after.
Lions of Lockdown – one year on
One year after our Lions of Lockdown arrived at their new home in South Africa, we’ve been checking in with their carers to see how they are doing now.
People, elephants and bees
Born Free is helping farmers and elephants to live together without conflict, thanks to innovative and cost-effective natural solutions.
Managing invasive species
A population of African green monkeys deemed invasive living on a Caribbean island has recently come under the spotlight.
Why leopards need your help
A long read by Rescue & Care Officer Flo Blackbourn, considers five reasons why leopards need your help today.
Farewell Dember
We are saddened to announce the death of cheetah, Dember, at our Ensessa Kotteh sanctuary in Ethiopia in mid-January.
Creativity meets conservation
Discover the importance of Born Free’s Creative Nature Programme, which nurtures children’s creativity whilst supporting studies in conservation and welfare issues.