Do zoos have a social value?
Our Policy Support Officer Frankie Osuch considers the societal value of the modern zoo. Does captivity enhance or hinder zoo objectives?
News & Updates
The latest news, blogs and features from Born Free.
Four servals, one year on
A year ago today four servals, confiscated as illegal pets in Belgium, started a new life at a Born Free-funded sanctuary in South Africa.
Women on a mission
For International Women's Day, Editor Celia Nicholls salutes the superwomen devoted to wild animal care and conservation, both on the frontline and behind the scenes.
Bunka the elephant assessment report
An assessment report released this week reveals the ongoing plight of Bunka the elephant at Yerevan Zoo, Armenia
Born to Roam: The Suffering of Polar Bears in Zoos
Born Free’s powerful new report exposes ongoing captive suffering and calls on zoos and governments to hasten an end to the keeping of these magnificent animals.
The people’s vote: No more large animals in zoos
An exclusive opinion poll has revealed more than 75% of the British public believe the next UK government should end the keeping of large animals in zoos.
Why leopards need your help
A long read by Rescue & Care Officer Flo Blackbourn, considers five reasons why leopards need your help today.
Ely the elephant
Born Free is supporting the campaign to help Ely, a 42-year-old African elephant kept alone at Zoológico de San Juan de Aragón in Mexico.
Further concerns raised about South Lakes Safari Zoo
Following Born Free’s inspection in October 2022, a new investigation and fresh public concerns highlight continuing issues at troubled zoo in Cumbria.
Pets you never knew were legal in the UK
It is currently legal to keep almost any animal as a pet in the UK unless there is legislation in place which specifically bans the keeping of that breed or species. Born Free is increasingly concerned by the number of wild animals being traded and kept as exotic pets, both legally and illegally.