Virginia mckenna’s statement on the death of geronimo
Our Founder Patron Virginia McKenna OBE comments on news that Geronimo the alpaca has been euthanised this week.
News & Updates
The latest news, blogs and features from Born Free.
Born free calls on world conservation congress to prioritise one health and forest protection
Born Free has drafted and submitted two ‘New and Urgent Motions’ for consideration by the Congress.
Your pet tiger?
Thousands of tigers are kept in private hands as ‘pets’ worldwide.
Double lion drama
Born Free helps save two lions in Kenya, despite their life-threatening injuries.
In praise of primates
Join us in celebrating these remarkable and ingenious family animals.
Raise the red flag: genoveffa & gavino’s story
Kept at an aquarium in Sardinia, loggerhead turtles Genoveffa and Gavino were the focus of many concerned tourist reports sent to Born Free since 2001. Their story has had various twists and turns, and it's not over yet.
Puzha returns to the wild
The final remaining bear cub rescued last year has just gone free in Russia!
Farewell dembel
We are very sad to report that Dembel, a member of our Cheetah Family, has died.
A safehaven, thanks to you
With your help, our rescue centre in Ethiopia can save lives and protect rare species.
Meet thea caine, our new junior ambassador
She's earned her stripes as a wildlife warrior!