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A lion is laid out as a rug on a grassy plain

Born Free urges UK government to stand firm on hunting trophies

Born Free is deeply concerned by recent media reports that officials from the US Government administration are advising the UK Government not to introduce a blanket ban on the import of hunting trophies.  
A montage of images showing a lion in blindfold lying on a table, two servals in travel crates, and a crate being opened into a sanctuary enclosure

Born Free responds to wildfire emergency to rescue wild cats

Following devastating wildfires in South Africa's Western Cape, Born Free has carried out an emergency relocation of a lion and two servals from Panthera Africa to Shamwari Big Cat Sanctuary.
A baby baboon sitting on a tree branch

36 Amazing Monkey Facts

Discover 36 incredible monkey facts, from record-breaking howls to tail tricks and clever tool use. Fun, fascinating, and perfect for curious minds.
A common frog (UK) in a garden pond, just poking its head above the water.

Government must act now or fail nature and the nation

New report shows that this Government risks becoming the first to break the law by missing legally binding targets to restore nature.
A macaque monkey wearing a Sadio Mane football shirt is being held on a chain at the feet of two people

Football mania and monkey madness in Morocco

As the 2025-26 African Cup of Nations (AFCON) football tournament reaches its quarter finals in Morocco, Born Free continues to call for compassionate action from the Moroccan authorities to end wild animal exploitation and suffering.
A group of gentoo penguins walking inside an indoor aquarium made to look lice a snowy landscape, with some swimming in a pool at the front

Update: Gentoo penguins at SEA LIFE London Aquarium

Born Free and other campaign groups respond to the outcomes of a meeting concerning the future of the Gentoo 15.
A montage of people taking on challenges for Born Free - swimming, cycling and running

New Year, new challenge?

Be inspired and do something amazing for wild animals in 2026!
Brigitte Bardot holding a dog in a shelter

A tribute to Brigitte Bardot

Born Free's Co-Founder and Executive President, Will Travers OBE, honours global screen legend and passionate animal rights advocate, Brigitte Bardot.
A photo of a wild fox, standing against a backdrop of yellow flowers, looking directly at the camera.

Good news for foxes and hares, but does the Government’s new Animal Welfare Strategy for England stand up to scrutiny?

Born Free responds to new proposals billed as ‘the most ambitious animal welfare strategy in a generation’
A large group of African elephants standing together in shallow water

Born Free condemns Botswana’s increased elephant hunting quota

We’re urging the authorities in Botswana to think again, and adopt compassionate, non-lethal approaches to foster human-elephant coexistence.