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Save the Frogs Day
Annual event spreads word about amphibians

Save the Frogs Day will be held globally on Saturday, April 27th, to raise awareness about the threats faced by frogs and other amphibian species.

Now in its fifth year, Save the Frogs – the charity behind the day – has a goal of 300 educational events across 50 countries to celebrate the species and spread the word about conservation.

The day is being supported by UK charity Froglife Trust, who will be hosting a special event at the Natural History Museum's Wildlife Garden in London.

Froglife's Dragon Finder Team will be running educational sessions throughout the afternoon that will explain why amphibians are so important and look at the reasons they are declining.

The team will also be doing crafts and pond dipping.

Save the Frogs Day was first introduced by US ecologist, Dr Kerry Kriger, of the Save the Frogs charity.

She said: "When we save the frogs, we're protecting all our wildlife, all our ecosystems and all humans."

According to the charity's website, almost 200 amphibian species have completely disappeared since 1979, as a result of climate change, habitat distraction, pesticide use, over-collection of frog legs and dissections, invasive species and infectious diseases.

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Webinar to explore history of KC breed registers

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 A free webinar exploring the development of the Kennel Club's registration system and the evolution of closed breed registers has been announced.

Hosted by Dr Alison Skipper, veterinary and research advisor at the Kennel Club, the webinar will delve into the development of the registry and how the changing landscape of scientific knowledge has shaped breeding practices. It will also look at what this means for the future of pedigree dogs.

The session will culminate with a look at The Kennel Club's ongoing and future engagement in this area, with a chance for attendees to put forward their thoughts and questions for discussion.

This event takes place on Microsoft Teams on Tuesday, 10 June at 7pm. To learn more, visit events.teams.microsoft.com  

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UK's BSE risk status downgraded

The WOAH has downgraded the UK's international risk status for BSE to 'negligible'.

Defra says that the UK's improved risk status recognises the reputation for having the highest standards for biosecurity. It adds that it demonstrates decades of rigorous animal control.

Outbreaks of Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy, also known as mad cow disease, have previously resulted in bans on Britain's beef exports.

The UK's new status could lead to expanded trade and better confidence in British beef.

Christine Middlemiss, the UK's chief veterinary officer, said: "WOAH's recognition of the UK as negligible risk for BSE is a significant milestone and is a testament to the UK's strong biosecurity measures and the hard work and vigilance of farmers and livestock keepers across the country who have all played their part in managing the spread of this disease.