Crayfish find refuge in Devon's new 'ark'.
Devon zoo has opened a new refuge facility dedicated to protecting crayfish populations. The initiative aims to provide a safe haven for these freshwater creatures.
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State-of-the-art Lynx enclosure opens in Kent with plans to return the species to Britain
A state-of-the-art lynx enclosure has opened in Kent as part of broader conservation efforts to reintroduce the species to Britain. The new facility represents a significant step towards restoring lynx populations to their native UK habitat.
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A Legacy in the Wild: Honouring the Matriarch of Britain's Bison Comeback
A UK zoo honours a matriarch bison that played a significant role in the nation's bison reintroduction efforts. The animal's legacy highlights the important contributions individual animals make to conservation programmes.
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Quiet as a mouse – why and how the hazel dormouse hibernates
A new article explores the fascinating hibernation habits of hazel dormice and the biological reasons behind their winter dormancy. The piece examines the mechanisms that allow these small mammals to survive extended periods of inactivity during cold months.
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Wildwood team wins 2026 Great British Wildlife Restoration award
Wildwood has won the 2026 Great British Wildlife Restoration award in recognition of their conservation efforts. The award highlights the zoo's commitment to wildlife protection and restoration initiatives.
Twycross Zoo launches a beer to save native species from extinction...
Twycross Zoo has launched a special beer as a creative fundraising initiative to support conservation efforts for native species facing extinction. The partnership combines brewery production with the zoo's mission to protect endangered wildlife through innovative community engagement.
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Twycross Zoo expands nature reserve in major step to exceed UK biodiversity targets
Twycross Zoo has expanded its nature reserve as part of a major initiative to exceed UK biodiversity targets. The expansion represents a significant step forward in the zoo's conservation efforts.
FeaturedYou may have noticed a few changes around the zoo
The zoo has welcomed a rare Visayan warty pig to its Life Among the Trees exhibit, located near the otter enclosure. This critically endangered species from the Philippines faces threats from hunting and habitat loss, with conservation efforts including protected areas and breeding programmes.
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Keeper Conservation Expedition to Kenya
A zoo keeper has embarked on a conservation expedition to Kenya to support wildlife protection efforts. The expedition focuses on on-the-ground conservation work in one of Africa's key biodiversity regions.
Reverse the Red Day 2026
Banham Zoo is highlighting its commitment to conservation efforts through Reverse the Red Day 2026, an initiative focused on protecting threatened species worldwide. The event underscores the zoo's dedication to conservation as a core part of its mission.
FeaturedMeet the New Cotton-Top Tamarin Twins
Two cotton-top tamarin twins have been born at the zoo, marking a rare conservation success for this Critically Endangered species. The birth represents an important contribution to the species' survival through managed breeding programs.
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Endangered plant returns to Hampshire heathland
A rare 400-million-year-old plant species has been successfully reintroduced to Eelmoor Marsh in Hampshire following habitat restoration work. Conservationists at Marwell Zoo have restored the heathland to support this endangered 'living fossil' plant.
Endangered Golden Arrival
Colchester Zoo's golden lion tamarin family has welcomed a new offspring born on 29th April 2026, currently bonding closely with mother Freia and older sister Esme. The healthy baby is part of the zoo's conservation efforts for this endangered species.
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