Karachi Zoo concerns continue
Concerns for the welfare of animals at Karachi Zoo in Pakistan are continuing to receive media attention.
News & Updates
The latest news, blogs and features from Born Free.
End this tragedy
In February, Born Free made headlines with our powerful new report exposing polar bear suffering in zoos. Time to bring this abhorrent, anachronistic practice to an end, says our Captivity Research Officer Chris Lewis.
Sandro the tiger – two years on
Two years ago today, thanks to your generous donations, we gave Sandro the tiger – rescued from a rundown Spanish zoo – a new home at a sanctuary in Italy.
Born Free statement: White tiger cub
Born Free’s Rescue & Care team responds to independent specialist wildlife vet’s assessment of female white tiger cub found in Greece.
Do zoos have a social value?
Our Policy Support Officer Frankie Osuch considers the societal value of the modern zoo. Does captivity enhance or hinder zoo objectives?
Bunka the elephant assessment report
An assessment report released this week reveals the ongoing plight of Bunka the elephant at Yerevan Zoo, Armenia
Born to Roam: The Suffering of Polar Bears in Zoos
Born Free’s powerful new report exposes ongoing captive suffering and calls on zoos and governments to hasten an end to the keeping of these magnificent animals.
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.
Ely the elephant
Born Free is supporting the campaign to help Ely, a 42-year-old African elephant kept alone at Zoológico de San Juan de Aragón in Mexico.