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The nationwide search for Earth Hour Heroes begins…
In the run up to WWF’s Earth Hour – taking place on Saturday 25 March 2017 – WWF and People’s Postcode Lottery have launched a nationwide search to find those unsung heroes who are making a real difference for our planet.
The best of British wildlife photography on its way to Moors Valley Country Park
The best of British wildlife photography on on its way to Moors Valley Country Park
New Forest ponies – warning of distress from fireworks
With bonfire night fast approaching, a warning has gone out to organisers of firework displays in the New Forest to be aware of ponies and other animals to avoid causing them injuries and distress.
Drive extra carefully this winter in the New Forest
People who regularly drive across the New Forest are being urged to drive extra carefully this winter.
Dorset hedgerows in decline says wildlife charity
An urgent campaign to raise money has been launched by Dorset Wildlife Trust (DWT) to allow its winter hedgerow maintenance work to continue in the county.
Baskets and bats at Knoll Gardens, Wimborne
Wimborne’s Knoll Gardens is embracing the autumn with two special events this month.
Rhin-o-success! Trade in Southern White Rhino horn rejected, but African elephants and lions denied additional protections
Animal Defenders International (ADI) has applauded the overwhelming rejection at CITES’ (Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species) 17th conference in Johannesburg of Swaziland’s attempt to legalize trade in Southern White Rhino Horn. There was great opposition to the controversial proposal, including actress Joanna Lumley, who voiced her support for ADI’s campaign.
Dorset Wildlife Trust backs new areas of Marine Conservation Zones
Additional marine areas in Dorset have been identified for protection in a new report, ‘The case for Marine Conservation Zones’ which has been published by the Wildlife Trusts. The report identifies 48 areas around England that, if designated, will complete a “blue-belt” of protected places for marine wildlife.
ADI outraged as African lions dealt devastating blow at CITES conference
Animal lovers around the world were shocked at the announcement from CITES CoP17 (Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species 17th Conference of the Parties) in Johannesburg, that the African lion will not be uplisted to Appendix I status, denying the big cats the highest level of wildlife protection available. The news came despite a campaign from Animal Defenders International (ADI), with support from the public, governments, and Hollywood superstar Ricky Gervais.