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Ostriches are extraordinary birds. They’re taller than most people, faster than racehorses, and strong enough to defend themselves with a powerful kick. And despite the old saying, they don’t actually bury their heads in the sand! (That’s just a myth)

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We welcome South Africa's latest step towards ending the cruel captive lion breeding industry, following renewed action by the government. The country holds up to 12,000 lions in over 300 facilities, often bred for exploitative activities. New legislation could block any new

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Brazil has just approved a bill that puts wildlife, forests, and the climate at risk. It’s one of the biggest environmental rollbacks in decades, but it’s not too late. President Lula can still veto the ‘Devastation Bill’.

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On World Snake Day, discover more fun facts about pythons here▼

Pythons are incredible creatures. They can grow over 5 m long, see in the dark, and even hug their eggs to keep them warm. But right now, many are still are trapped in the cruel exotic pet trade. They deserve to stay wild, where they belong.

Here's a reminder of what orcas are supposed to look like, in the wild with their pod. This World Orca Day, we’re calling for an end to the exploitation of orcas and other marine mammals in captivity.

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Meet the maned wolf; not a fox, not a wolf, but a one-of-a-kind wild canine from South America. With long legs they can glide through the grasslands with ease. Have you come across this animal before?

Find out more about the lion levy, and how this will work towards ending exploitation for good ▼

Ten years ago, Cecil the lion’s brutal death sparked global outrage and ignited a movement to protect wild animals from exploitation. Now, new research shows over 85% of South Africans support a ‘lion levy’: a small fee on wildlife tourism that would help protect lions in the

At the Bonn Climate Conference, we called on negotiators to recognise animal welfare as integral to effective climate action. Industrial animal agriculture is a leading driver of emissions, deforestation and suffering. As we look ahead to COP30 in Brazil, governments must

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A major win for dolphins! Mexico has banned dolphin shows and captive breeding. This historic move follows years of campaigning and public pressure to end the exploitation of marine mammals. Let this be the turning point for ending dolphin captivity worldwide.

Read the latest OP Ed on the importance of the new agreement, written by CEO Tricia Croasdell and External Affairs Manager Heather Brown, here ▼

For too long, pandemic response has focused on reacting to outbreaks. The new Pandemic Agreement is a chance to change that. By addressing the root causes such as wildlife trade, intensive farming and habitat loss, this can help prevent future pandemics before they start.