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The latest news, blogs and features from Born Free.

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Extinction: the facts

Following David Attenborough’s programme, Extinction: The Facts and the recent release of the UN Convention on Biological Diversity’s report that warned urgent change is needed to save species, Born Free’s Acting Head of Conservation, Dr Nikki Tagg, reflects on what action needs to be taken

Giving orangutans a helping hand

Thank you! Three months ago, we kicked off our campaign to raise awareness of the plight of the critically endangered orangutan.

The one and only ivan

Robotic dolphins, CGI gorillas. Is there a future for wild animals in entertainment asks Dr Chris Draper, Born Free's Head of Animal Welfare and Captivity?

Born free welcomes new zealand government call for domestic ivory trade ban

Born Free was this week heartened to hear of yet another elephant ivory market being one big step closer to closure.

Creature discomforts: thank you for your support

Thank you! Two months ago, we launched Creature Discomforts: Life in Lockdown – a new animation featuring interviews with real people to highlight the harsh parallels of lockdown and captivity.

How would it be possible to phase out zoos?

It’s a question we are often asked.

Born free joins call for cites to address health concerns to help avoid future pandemics

Born Free is calling for changes to allow for the inclusion of public and animal health criteria in its decision-making processes.

Born free co-founders sign open letter to protect badgers

Wildlife advocates, including Born Free Co-Founders Virginia McKenna OBE and Will Travers OBE, have written an open letter to Prime Minister Boris Johnson, urging him to protect the UK’s badgers.

How do we protect the forest for wild orangutans?

Guard posts in Indonesia Borneo are preventing illegal activities that threaten wildlife.

Orangutan foundation success stories

The Born Free-supported Orangutan Foundation works in the rainforests of Indonesia Borneo to rescue orangutans in need of help.