Ineffective, cruel and costly: new study shows england’s badger culls have failed
Research, co-authored by Born Free’s Dr Mark Jones, finds no evidence the mass killing of badgers prevents bovine TB in cattle.
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Four rescued servals start new life in the south african sun
Confiscated as illegal pets in Belgium, we are delighted to announce that these incredible wild cats are settling into the safety and sanctuary of their forever home.
I’ve got a new name!
Hundreds of you voted in our poll to choose a name for our new cheetah but, there was one clear winner.
Uk hunting trophy ban must go ahead – the age of fossil politics is over.
Born Free is dismayed by reports suggesting that the long-promised ban on the import of hunting trophies to the UK might be delayed or even abandoned by Ministers.
Namibia exports 22 wild-caught elephants
Born Free is saddened to report that international condemnation fails to prevent Namibia’s cruel exports of live elephants.
Well done dominic!
Born Free congratulates Dominic Dyer, our British Wildlife Advocate & Policy Advisor, on winning a Lifetime Achieve Award at this year’s Animal Stars Awards.
Goodbye brutus
We are heartbroken to report the sad death of Brutus the lion, who has passed away at our rescue centre in Shamwari, South Africa, aged 21 years.
Working with lions
Catherine Gillson, Born Free Manager at our big cat sanctuary in Shamwari, South Africa, explains why she loves working with rescued lions and watching them transform.
Honouring international women’s day
In our Year of the Lion, we are delighted to highlight some phenomenal Born Free women who work with lions.
