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We've been sending animals into space for 7 decades—yet there are still no rules to protect them from harm

This week, Russia is expected to launch its Bion-M No.2 biosatellite from the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan, carrying 75 mice and 1,500 fruit flies. Subscribe to our newsletter for the latest ...

Why are squirrels using snake scent to protect themselves: How chemical camouflage actually works

Nature is full of instances where survival is all about intelligence rather than physical prowess. Perhaps one of the most ...

Using lighthouses to protect endangered right whales

Vessel strikes and entanglements are two of the biggest threats the whales face.
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Animals might be sentient in the law’s eyes, but how they’re treated still varies hugely

Angus Nurse has received research funding from animal welfare organisations including the International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW) the RSPCA and Humane World for Animals (formerly called Humane ...