25 Feb 2014   Posted by NWCU4

“An enquiry, which started in the UK in 2009 involving the collecting and trading of wild birds’ eggs, led to the conviction of three Swedish egg collectors on Friday 31 January 2014 after a 23-day trial in the province of Ångermanland, in central Sweden. One of the men was jailed for a year.” Source: RSPB […]

 24 Feb 2014   Posted by NWCU4

“Each year, it is estimated that up to 30,000 primates, five million birds, 10 million reptile skins and 500 million tropical fish are traded. The illegal wildlife trade is only third behind weapons and drugs as the most profitable illegal business in the world. Photographer Patrick Brown has spent a decade traveling the world and […]

 24 Feb 2014   Posted by NWCU4

“Dressed in camouflage and peering around to watch for onlookers, these pictures reveal the moment a gamekeeper was caught in the act setting up illegal traps to snare wild birds on a sprawling country estate. Ryan Waite was captured by RSPB investigators re-setting a spring-loaded pole trap on top of a 6ft tree stump at […]

 19 Feb 2014   Posted by NWCU4

“Criminals are using dogs to kill wild deer and sell the meat in towns across Fife. PC Ian Laing, the region’s wildlife crime officer, said trained dogs are used to chase and attack the animals before the bodies are removed and butchered, often in unsanitary conditions. The illegal hunting of deer is taking place in […]

 11 Feb 2014   Posted by NWCU6

“Experts from around the world are gathering in London to discuss “the global crisis” in the wildlife trade. Conservationists say animal trafficking is reaching unprecedented levels and species such as rhinos, elephants and tigers are under threat of extinction.” To read the full article click here AUTHOR: Rebecca Morelle SOURCE: BBC news

 08 Feb 2014   Posted by NWCU6

“Of late, conservation has become a word almost as dirty as the fetid waters turning farms into lakes and devastating treasured homes. The notion that protecting the countryside’s wild inhabitants has been done at the expense of people is gathering the same forceful momentum as the Somerset Level’s raging rivers. Hopefully, the constructive work of […]

 07 Feb 2014   Posted by NWCU6

“Shot buzzard could have suffered for days, say police and RSPB. The wounded bird of prey was found by a member of the public and taken to Larwood and Kennedy Veterinary Practice in Dereham on January 2. An x-ray examination revealed the buzzard had been shot, resulting in the bones in both wings being smashed. […]

 07 Feb 2014   Posted by NWCU6

“A wildlife protection group is urging people to look after our feathered friends as the nesting season approaches. The Partnership for Action Against Wildlife Crime in Northern Ireland is highlighting National Nest Box Week, which starts next Friday and marks the last opportunity to put up homes for birds.” To read the full article click […]