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Some Asian animals found thriving near humans
Some of Asia's largest animals, including tigers and elephants, are defying 12,000 years of extinction trends by thriving alongside humans, a University of Queensland-led study has revealed.
New-born alpacas are the stars of animal centre open day
TWO new-born alpacas helped boost an animal shelter’s coffers during its first open day in more than a year.
Wetheriggs Animal Rescue Centre, at Thorpe Farm, near Greta Bridge, held an open day early in October to mark the opening of its refurbished reptiles hall, but it was baby alpacas out on the fields that stole visitors’ hearts.
Wild bison born in Britain for first time in 6,000 YEARS
A baby bison has been born in the wild in the UK for the first time in more than 6,000 years.
Frolicking and gambolling in the forest, the female calf appears full of joy – quite unaware of her place in history.
Eleven cats, two dogs and underfed snake found in 'filthy conditions'
A woman has been issued with a ten-year pet ban after animal welfare officers discovered two dogs with infections and an underfed snake at her Fife home, as well as 11 cats in the attic.