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Exotic Animal News Archive
Big increase in number of guinea pigs abandoned
28th September 2023
RSPCA reports a rise of nearly 40 per cent this year.
Research funded to investigate rats' ultrasonic vocalisations
20th September 2023
It will study if vocalisations can help us understand rats' emotions.
Zookeepers working to keep animals cool during heatwave
6th September 2023
Animals given frozen food and hose pipe showers at London Zoo.
GPAW 2023 theme announced as 'Rescue & Rehome'
30th August 2023
The week will focus on guinea pigs in rescue centres.
London Zoo conducts its annual weigh-in
25th August 2023
The information helps keepers monitor the health of the zoo's animals.
Research finds part of rats' brains essential to play
31st July 2023
Brain activity revealed strong responses in the PAG.
Academics create app to improve elephant welfare
10th July 2023
The app is already being used by several zoos and wildlife parks.
First Parrot Awareness Week launched
3rd July 2023
Parrot Awareness Week 2023 will promote parrot health and welfare.
Lion treated for earache at London Zoo
30th June 2023
The endangered Asiatic lion's ears were cleaned to prevent ear infection.
RSPCA urges owners to neuter their rabbits
29th June 2023
The charity has seen a 48 per cent rise in number of rabbits taken in.
Heatwave triggers snake escape alert
28th June 2023
RSPCA asks snake owners to be vigilant after boa constrictor escapes.
Government proposes ban on primates as pets
21st June 2023
The new ban will ensure all primates are kept in zoo-level conditions.