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Born Free raises fresh concerns about South Lakes Safari Zoo

‘Bonfire Night Bonanza’ prompts concerned attendees to contact Born Free.

Born free investigates concern for animals at South Lakes Safari Zoo

Born Free visited South Lakes Safari Zoo in Cumbria to investigate the conditions in which animals are being held, following multiple reports from members of the public.

Remembering captive animals on World Mental Health Day

This 'World Mental Health Day' Born Free’s Captivity Campaigns Information Coordinator, Sarah Jefferson, considers the psychological effects that captivity can have on wild animals.

Farewell Nelson

We are heartbroken to report that our beloved Nelson has passed away at the grand old age of 22.

Dublin Zoo allegations – the tip of the iceberg?

Dublin Zoo is to be investigated following allegations of poor animal welfare.

Bunka the elephant

Born Free is supporting the campaign to help a lonely captive elephant named Bunka and YOU can help too.

Giraffes simply don’t belong in zoos – no wild animals do!

Born Free calls for major reform of Standards of Modern Zoo Practice.

Commemorating World Turtle Day

Born Free’s Captivity Campaigns Information Coordinator Sarah Jefferson explains why she thinks these remarkable reptiles should swim free and brings us the latest on Genoveffa and Gavino – returned to the wild thanks to YOU.

Elephants in zoos: a legacy of shame

Our powerful new report exposes the reality of elephants exploited in captivity, and calls on all zoos to become elephant-free.

New french law to provide greater protection for animals

Born Free welcomes new legislation which will bring an end to the use of certain wild animals for entertainment and fur production, and improve the protection of pets.