News & Updates

Growing problems associated with the keeping of wild animals as pets.

New hope for African elephants as two distinct species now recognised.

We are extremely sad to report that our beloved lion Jerry has passed away.

Born Free has today launched its new Youth Filmmaker & Photographer of the Year competition.

A new survey conducted by Born Free has revealed that nearly 4,000 dangerous wild animals are being privately kept in Great Britain, under licence. We are calling on the UK government to immediately review the law and put a stop to some of the world’s most remarkable, but often deadly, creatures being kept as pets in unsuitable captive conditions.

Born Free has broadly welcomed the latest proposals from the European Commission to restrict the import, (re)export and internal trade in elephant ivory in the EU. However, Born Free is urging the Commission to go further.

We’re absolutely heartbroken to report that Bodo, our adopted moon bear, has passed away.

European Zoos Urged To Phase Out Giraffe In Captivity Following Our New Report

CHANGES TO BADGER CULLING LICENCES AFTER 2022: BORN FREE REACTION

New Video Highlights How COVID-19 Could Signal An Era Of Pandemics, Unless We Change Our Ways