Help Us End The Hunting of Wild Birds on the Red and Amber List

The Government is changing Schedule 2.1 of the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981, but is proposing the continued hunting of native wild birds on the Red and Amber List of Conservation Concern.

Use our guide below to answer the Government consultation and help us change their minds.

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WHAT IS COMPASSIONATE CONSERVATION?

Compassionate conservation emphasises the well-being of individual animals as well as species and ecosystems. It seeks to prevent harm to animals by using kind, non-violent conservation methods.

Compassionate conservation also involves researching wildlife to uncover hidden, or mis-represented issues. It also aims to find solutions that benefit both humans and wildlife while promoting empathy and respect for all living beings.

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Consultation on Hunted Wild Birds - Deadline Sunday 17th May

The English, Scottish and Welsh Governments have opened a very worrying consultation. They want to change Schedule 2.1 of the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981, but their suggestions are so weak that they will allow for the continued hunting of birds on the Red and Amber List of Conservation Concern.

Please use our Guide to respond to this consultation and protect these birds from entertainment killing.

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Beneficently Intervening for Wild Animals is a Logical Consistency

Humans constantly impact wild animals—often for the worse. Through climate change, construction, and roadkill, we intervene in their lives daily. Yet, ideas of intervening for their benefit mostly face objections.

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Raptor Persecution in the UK: What’s Happening on Grouse Moors?

Raptor populations have enriched local economies, with wildlife lovers travelling from far and wide to the British Isles to catch a glimpse of these majestic birds. However, raptors have not always been so beloved in the UK.

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Traffic is the biggest killer of red squirrels. They rely on wooded corridors to find their food, meaning they have to cross busy roads to move between increasingly isolated woodlands.

Compassionate Conservation Solution:

In-expensive rope bridges can be implemented to help red squirrels access food more easily and safely.

COMPASSIONATE CONSERVATION IN ACTION

Compassionate Conservation is saving red and grey squirrels. By recognising all animals as having the right to life, we can reject the culling of competitive species and develop solutions to the real problems that red squirrels face, such as traffic. Hover over the image to learn how!

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Photo by Kate Fox

END SPECIESISM, CHAMPION COMPASSION.

Speciesism assumes human superiority and has allowed us to construct a contradictory belief system where some animals are welcomed into our homes and others are exploited as insentient possessions. This is the belief system that has led to the Sixth Mass Extinction. It has normalised brutal processes such as factory farming, the illegal wildlife trade, entertainment killing, conservation culling and laboratory experiments.

Verify Humanity is on a mission to break down speciesist mindsets and show everyone how to get involved with compassionate conservation.

Whether it’s volunteering your time, signing petitions, being a voice for animals on government consultations, sharing our message, partaking in our research or helping animals yourself - like planting more flowers for the bees, there are lots of ways you can help wildlife.

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We heartbreakingly discovered 13 bears being illegally farmed for bile in our undercover investigation in Vietnam. While Lulu, Lac and Lili have been rescued, the remaining 10 bears are still desperate for help.

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HUMAN-WILDLIFE CONFLICT

Human-wildlife conflict is when encounters between humans and wildlife leads to negative outcomes, such as loss of property, livelihoods, and even animal or human life. Through our research we are identifying wildlife issues and finding compassionate solutions.

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EGG SEX TECH

The UK egg industry kills 40 million day-old male chicks every year. But did you know that none of this is necessary? Egg-sexing technology exists but UK farmers choose not to use it to save money. We are fighting for egg sexing technology to become the law..

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Second Reading of the Hunting Ban 2004 (Amendment) Bill

Today sees the second reading of the Hunting Ban 2004 (Amendment) Bill, a Private Member’s Bill introduced by Neil Duncan-Jordan and other co-sponsors. In brief, it acts as an effective example of how to end hunting with dogs, having been created by a group of experts, MPs and stakeholders, including Verify Humanity. The aim is to guide the Government’s upcoming legislation. We don’t want to see another half-hearted Hunting Act that can be exploited by wildlife criminals.

Kate Fox, the Founder of Verify Humanity, says, “”We look forward to this Bill bringing an end to an era where wildlife crime has reigned as an acceptable countryside pursuit by an entitled minority. Banning Trail Hunting and removing the exemptions that have facilitated illegal hunting will play a key role in its success.””

#HuntingBan #FoxHunting #Wildmammals #UKConservation #goverment

Source
Parliamentary Bills - Hunting Act 2004 (Amendment) Bill https://lnkd.in/evqmb2kv

🦆 🦆 Should hunting of endangered birds be allowed in the UK? 🦆 🦆

A UK Government consultation proposes that we continue hunting 4 native birds on the Red List and 2 native birds on the Amber List of conservation concern. Worse still, they want to add another amber-listed bird to the hunting list. Feeling outraged? Help us reshape outdated practices and fill in the Government Consultation using our Guidance. Say no to the hunting of endangered birds.
https://www.verifyhumanity.org/government-consultations-wildlife

While the Government are proposing to extend the close season of some of the birds in Schedule 2.1 of the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981, this means nothing in terms of the total number of birds killed. Fewer hunting days do not reduce the number of people hunting, or the number of hours that they hunt, and importantly, the number of birds they kill. They are still allowing the killing of endangered species...for entertainment.

It gets worse. While the Government are covering 9 of the 25 birds that are allowed to be hunted under Schedule 2.1, there are another 4 birds on the Red List and 8 birds on the Amber List that aren't covered by the consultation. As Natural England is cited as one of the 18 collaborators for the Birds of Conservation Lists, this means they are ignoring their own research.

Do something amazing today. Fill in this Government Consultation using our Guidance.
https://www.verifyhumanity.org/government-consultations-wildlife

#endangeredspecies #banhunting #rspb #birdlife #ukwildbirds

Sources:
British Trust of Ornithology - Birds of Conservation Concern 5 https://www.bto.org/sites/default/files/publications/bocc-5-a5-4pp-single-pages.pdf
Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/1981/69

Happy 100th Birthday, Sir David Attenborough. 🥳

A true pioneer in conservation, environmentalism, and animal rights. Thank you for everything! 💚

#davidattenborough #wildlife #conservation #nature #animals

Song credit: Je te laisserai des mots by Patrick Watson

A BRIGHTER FUTURE FOR WILDLIFE! 🌱

MP Adrian Ramsay very well said, "A strategy is only as good as its delivery."
After looking at the challenges ahead, it’s wonderful to stop and celebrate how far we’ve actually come. The UK animal welfare strategy includes some truly historic milestones that prove change is happening.

Quoting MP Dame Angela Eagle, "We are also among the only European countries without a closed season for hares, which means that young hares can be left motherless and vulnerable. We will therefore consider introducing a closed season, which should reduce the number of adult hares shot during the breeding season." From finally working towards closing hunting loopholes to giving hares a peaceful "maternity leave" during breeding season, common sense is winning the day. And our hedgerows are getting the protection they need to stay leafy and safe.🦌🌳

MP Jim Shannon mentioned, "While I oppose animal testing on many levels—it is not worth testing a face cream that may take away wrinkles on animals—I do believe that there is a place for animal testing for medication to save lives. That must be acknowledged in any strategy that comes forward." We are even seeing science move toward clever, high-tech alternatives to keep animals out of labs.

It feels like our countryside is finally becoming the welcoming home our wildlife deserves. Swipe through to see the wins we’re cheering for today! 💚

📢 Share the good news
🗣️ Let us know which win made you smile the most!

#Wednesdaywin #UKwildlife #Habitat #Animalwelfare #Positivechange #Crueltyfree

SOURCE: https://hansard.parliament.uk/commons/2026-01-21/debates/EC63BF37-555F-4ADB-94BD-266E8208D610/AnimalWelfareStrategyForEngland

Check out our new Spotlight Article! 🌿 - 'Extending Our Moral Circle'

https://www.verifyhumanity.org/blog

Read about the importance of expanding our moral circle and enhancing empathy towards other living beings who, just like humans, want to live a peaceful existence.

Wild animals are often overlooked as human activity expands. Years of insufficient consideration have led to ongoing impacts from climate change, construction, and roadkill—all of which directly harm wildlife.

It shouldn’t take scientific studies for us to recognise that animals are sentient beings with thoughts and feelings. The concept of speciesism is much like sexism or racism. It asserts that it is acceptable to treat individuals differently based solely on their group membership.

It’s time we acknowledge wildlife as something to be protected, not erased, and begin making choices that consider all living beings.

All animals deserve a place in our moral circle 🐾🌍

https://www.verifyhumanity.org/blog

#moralcircle #speciesism #wildlifejustice #wildlife #spotlightarticle

Living our herb life 🌿

Humans: more herbivore than carnivore? Science says yes.
- Teeth not made to tear flesh
- Saliva built to break down starch
- Small stomachs and long intestines, just like our plant-loving primate cousins

Meat may have helped us survive once, but it’s not necessary for longevity.

Plant-based = better for you, better for the planet 💚🌍

#plantbaseduk #herbivorelife #humanbody #herbivorevibes #goplantbased

There is a clear contradiction in how we treat non-native animals in the UK. 🤷‍♀️

Species labelled ‘non-native’ are often framed as ecological threats and controlled through culling, often because their populations are seen as a problem. Yet, their numbers are small compared to humans (69.8 million in the UK), and we would never apply the same logic to ourselves.

At the same time:

🐦 47 million pheasants are released every year just to be shot for entertainment

🐿️ 2.7 million grey squirrels are targeted for control and culling

🦌 2 million deer live in the UK, with 350,000 culled annually

Animals are often ‘managed’ through culling and lethal control, which is concerning given that non-lethal alternatives exist. A key issue is the narrative surrounding non-native species, which has been reinforced in society. This is reflected in the government’s grey squirrel policy statement (February 2026), where they describe in terms such as ‘management’, ‘threat’ and ‘invasive’.

We wouldn’t start culling our own population, so why do we do it to other species?

#conservation #biodiversity #animalwelfare #ukwildlife #speciesism

Sources

A case for non-lethal deer management in the UK (2026) by Francesca Cenci, Emma Doherty, Kate Fox, Elisa Gottardi, Alexis Strang, Luke Swindell and Sally Westworth.

https://www.verifyhumanity.org/non-lethal-deer-management

Aebischer N. J. (2019) European Journal of Wildlife Research, Fifty-year trends in UK hunting bags of birds and mammals, and calibrated estimation of national bag size, using GWCT's National Gamebag Census.

Gov UK, Grey Squirrel Policy Statement: Managing the impact of grey squirrels (2026)

The Earth doesn’t belong to us. We share it! 🌎

This Earth Day, remember the ones who don’t have a voice in the decisions shaping their future. Animals are losing their homes, their families, and their lives to human activity every single day. Protecting the planet means protecting them too. Our lives are not separate; let's be the voice they need.

#EarthDay #CompassionateConservation #ProtectOurPlanet #AnimalRights #WildlifeProtection #SpeakForAnimals #ClimateCrisis #EndExtinction #Conservation #UK

Exciting new findings! 🦔

New research shows that European hedgehogs can hear ultrasound frequencies far beyond what humans can detect. This opens up a really exciting possibility: vehicles could one day emit high-frequency warning sounds that only hedgehogs hear, encouraging them to stay away from roads before a collision happens.

With road traffic being a major cause of hedgehog decline, this kind of sensory-based solution could completely change how we approach conservation. Instead of forcing animals to adapt to us, we design technology that works with how they experience the world.

It’s a small idea with huge potential. This could be expanded beyond vehicles to keep hedgehogs safe especially in urban environments. This amazing research is working toward a future where everyday technology quietly protects wildlife.

#hedgehogs #wildlifeconservation #biodiversity #conservationtech #urbanwildlife #futuretech #animalbehaviour #sustainability

We CAN make a difference! 🌱🦊 #conservation #compassionateconservation #animalrights #platbased #animals

Roads aren't just dangerous for texting drivers, they are a wildlife nightmare too.🚗

Every year, 300,000+ animals in the UK are killed by road accidents. However, in Malaysia, there have been 2,300+ cases since 2020. All motorways are basically a danger zone for badgers, and hedgehogs are losing the battle at an alarming rate. 🦔

But here's the plot twist: It doesn't have to be this way. 🌿✨

Wildlife tunnels, toad patrols (yes, really), fences, and eco-friendly signage are cutting collisions. The East-West Highway in Malaysia proves that these solutions are WORKING.

Swipe through to see the stats, the strategies, and how we can share the road with wildlife safely, literally. 👉

Watch. Slow. Report.

The Driver’s Guide: Stick to the speed limit, especially at dusk. Yellow triangle signs mark the real hotspots where wildlife needs the right of way. And if you see something on the road, take 30 seconds to report it to Project Splatter; your data is the only way we get more crossings built. Because every hedgehog, badger, and deer deserves safe passage. 🦡🚦

📢 Share this news with your travel buddies!

#Road #Malaysia #UKWildlife #WildlifeCrime #ConservationMatters

SOURCES

https://www.verifyhumanity.org/post/how-traffic-is-killing-our-british-red-squirrels-hedgehogs-and-other-wildlife
https://vietnamnews.vn/world/1723186/malaysia-steps-up-efforts-to-reduce-roadkill-protect-wildlife.html

The promise to end animal testing comes with a massive loophole: rebranding labs as "Key National Infrastructure." 🏗️🏢

By grouping them with power stations, the government has unlocked extreme powers to ban protests. If testing is truly being phased out, why the desperate need to shield these buildings as if they were the National Grid?

Peaceful protest is a democratic right, but "interfering" with these labs can now land you a year in prison and an unlimited fine. Apparently, standing on a public path with a sign is now a national security threat.⚖️🚨

Our democracy deserves better than selective transparency.

Time to ask the RIGHT QUESTIONS⁉️

#protest #animaltesting #democracy #ukgov #labs

SOURCE:
House of Lords Library, Public Order Act 2023 (Interference with use or operation of Key National Infrastructure) Regulations 2025. Contains Parliamentary information licensed under the Open Parliament Licence v3.0

Some wildlife 'solutions' within society create ethical and practical problems...

🦊 Under the Hunting Act 2004, hunting a wild animal is permitted if a person reasonably believes that it may be injured. Notably, this exemption is listed under “rescue”. This raises the question: if an animal is injured, why is killing it considered a form of rescue rather than taking it to a wildlife rehabilitation centre? As well as this, there are additional exemptions to hunting, such as preventing damage to livestock, crops, fisheries, or biodiversity. Alongside the classification of certain species as “pests” (e.g. rabbits, rats), which further blurs the line between necessity and convenience.

🦌 A similar tension exists in deer management. Approximately 350,000 deer are killed each year in the UK, often justified on animal welfare grounds, with the argument that high population densities lead to poor health due to competition for food. However, if welfare is the primary concern, alternatives such as supplementary feeding, habitat management, fertility control, and non-lethal deterrents could be used as alternatives to culling.

🐿️ The case of grey and red squirrels further highlights this contradiction. Grey squirrels, which were introduced by humans and can outcompete red squirrels, are subject to widespread culling that has been framed as 'necessary conservation'. Yet this reframing raises ethical concerns as killing becomes ‘management’, and suffering becomes ‘justified’.

However, most of the decline in red squirrel populations is from human activity, including habitat loss and road traffic collisions. A more compassionate approach would be to focus on mitigating human impact, investing in medical solutions such as vaccines, and reconsidering how we define “management” in wildlife conservation.

Check our our article!

A case for non-lethal deer management in the UK (2026) by Francesca Cenci, Emma Doherty, Kate Fox, Elisa Gottardi, Alexis Strang, Luke Swindell and Sally Westworth.

https://www.verifyhumanity.org/non-lethal-deer-management

Imagine a world where your car whispers to wildlife before tragedy strikes. 🚗

Nissan has made it real! While over 70,000 animals are killed on Japanese roads each year, and thousands more across British motorways, engineers discovered something extraordinary: the same sound technology that alerts pedestrians to silent EVs could save endangered species. 🔊

Enter Nissan Animal Alert. By emitting carefully calibrated frequencies, this system transforms every EV into a guardian of the wild. On Amami Island, where the critically endangered Amami rabbit faced record fatalities of 147 in 2023, the results were immediate: rabbits fled to safety. 🐰

This is not science fiction. It's happening now in Japan. But it's not in the UK yet. Every night, British roads claim hedgehogs, badgers, deer, and foxes, creatures with no defence against our silent electric revolution. 🦔🦊

The technology exists. The proof is undeniable. It's time to demand that Nissan bring Animal Alert to Britain. Because innovation this brilliant should not have borders, and neither should our responsibility to protect the wild. 🌍💚

#nissananimalert #evtechnology #roadsafety #wildlife #techmeetsnature

1,000 wild fish dead. Zero prosecution. 🐟

Voluntary Enforcement Undertakings (EUs) allow companies that cause environmental harm to avoid criminal charges at a lower cost.

A UK firm paid over £1 million after a pollution incident that killed large numbers of wild fish near Redditch.

These agreements reduce legal consequences, giving companies more control and devaluing the lives lost.

They must be approved by the Environment Agency, but is this really justice?

Wildlife suffering the deadly consequences of corporate carelessness deserve better. 🌍🌱

#pollution #wildlifejustice #ukwildlife #crimeuk #ukenvironment

Source

Gov.UK Press Release - Fish kill incident costs Worcestershire firm over £1 million

Woodlands provide vital habitats for wildlife. Keeping dogs on leads in woodland areas helps protect ground-nesting birds, small mammals and fragile habitats! 🫶✨

It’s a small step that helps nature thrive. 🌱

#Conservation #ConservationEfforts #ConservationOptimism #Wildlife #WildlifePlanet WildlifeConservation SaveOurPlanet

World rat day 🐀 ❤️

Today, we're celebrating these tiny companions with the biggest personalities. From their curious nature and clever minds to the way they form such deep bonds with both humans and other rats. They are truly something special. Whether they're climbing, exploring, or curling up for a nap, every moment with them is full of joy.
They might be small but they make a huge impact on our lives so let's celebrate them this Rat Day!

#RatDay #RatLife #SmallPets #FurryFriends #AnimalLovers #RatCommunity #AnimalAppreciation

This is the reality rural communities are facing, and it’s being taken seriously. 🙌
These crimes don’t just damage property, they affect livelihoods, safety, and entire communities. Police are stepping up enforcement as part of wider efforts to tackle rural crime and protect those living and working in these areas. Hunting and animal cruelty will not be taken lightly.

#RuralCrime #SouthYorkshire #CrimePrevention #CommunitySafety #CrimeAwareness #StopRuralCrime #WildlifeCrime #EndHunting

Source: https://www.southyorkshire.police.uk/news/south-yorkshire/news/news/march-2026/off-road-bikes-stolen-cars-dogs-and-dead-animals-seized-following-rural-crime-warrant/

Our toads need a helping hand. 🐸🌿

The UK’s common toad population has declined by 68% since the 1980s, largely due to road deaths, habitat loss, climate change, and disease. As towns and cities expand, migration routes to breeding ponds become increasingly dangerous—especially in spring.

Thanks to volunteers from Froglife’s “Toads on Roads” scheme, over 90,000 toads are helped safely across roads every year.

You can help by:
• Volunteering your time
• Reporting toad sightings
• Creating wildlife-friendly gardens
• Driving carefully near toad crossings

Every small action helps our amphibian friends thrive.

#toads #toadsuk #helpwildlife #wildliferesearch #helptoads

Sources

Petrovan, S. O., & Schmidt, B. R. (2016). Volunteer Conservation Action Data Reveals Large-Scale and Long-Term Negative Population Trends of a Widespread Amphibian, the Common Toad (Bufo bufo). Plos One, 11, Article 10. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0161943

Government’s Trail Hunting Consultation Finally Released

Consultation Link - https://lnkd.in/dc-XYgV2

It’s felt like an interminable wait for the Government to release the public consultation on Trail Hunting. The start of the year became the end of March, but it is here, and you can have your say. There aren’t many opportunities when you have such a direct line to the Government and can influence upcoming legislation. 🐾

For those who don’t know, trail hunting is often presented as a legal alternative to illegal traditional fox hunting. In practice, it has provided a smoke screen for people to continue hunting and killing UK wildlife.

Join us and push for a full ban and stronger protections for animals. Make your voice heard and support the consultation. Please use the link below to fill in the consultation and bring an end to Trail Hunting.

Consultation Link - https://lnkd.in/dc-XYgV2

We will never understand it 💔 #hunting #conservation #compassionateconservation #ukwildlife #animals

You’ve GOAT to be kidding. 🐐

On 11 February 2025, the Scottish Government decided not to grant protection or legal status to primitive goat species found in the Scottish Borders.

This devastating decision took just seven minutes to discuss. Despite a petition with thousands of public signatures — and the efforts of MPs and organisations — the conclusion was deeply disappointing.

Wild goats are considered a non-native species in Scotland, even though they have grazed this land for thousands of years. This classification was the main justification for moving forward with culling these beautiful animals — all in the name of conservation.
They are said to damage the environment. Yet the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service has commented on their potential benefits in wildfire control through natural grazing, offering an eco-friendly and cost-effective solution.

With numbers already low, failing to protect them puts these goats at real risk of disappearing altogether.

We hope Oxygen Conservation Ltd reconsiders their decision and chooses to save the lives of these goats. It is organisations like this that give conservation a bad name.

Our wild goats deserve safety, peace, and protection.

#goat #scottishgoats #scotlandwildlife #conservation #protectgoats

Sources

The Scottish Parliament - PE2151: Grant protected status to primitive goat species in the Scottish Borders

Images - with kind permission from The Wild Goat Conservation Trust. https://www.twgct.co.uk/

It’s #WednesdayWins 🐾🌿

The government has committed in its manifesto to ban snare traps and address the disparity in penalties for wildlife cruelty. This has come at a time when public concern for wildlife is stronger than ever.

A YouGov poll (January 2025) found that 71% of adults in England believe it should be illegal to use snares. This shows a clear public support for stronger protections, as well as showing the importance of public opinion playing an important role in driving real legislative change.

The government has acknowledged the importance of animal wellbeing in their strategy, stating that 85% of UK adults agree that we have a moral duty to safeguard animal wellbeing. Encouragingly, the government has said it will work with people and organisations across the sector to share knowledge and shape action to better protect wild animals. This is a win for wildlife 🦊🦡

The focus on snares is not isolated; it is part of a broader shift that includes:

- Reviewing other wildlife traps

- Updating outdated wildlife legislation

- Addressing disparities in penalties for wildlife cruelty

Want to be part of the change?

Use our #WednesdayWins to get involved!

#LoveNature #LoveWildlife #UKWildlife #WildlifeProtection #WildlifeMatters

Source

Animal Welfare Strategy for England (22.12.2025)

UK Money will now have animals on 💵🦔

Adorable news everyone!

The bank of England had a poll for what people would most like to see featured on a new bank note design, and the winner was UK wildlife.

An even more spectacular win than Boaty McBoatface.

There is going to be a vote this summer for which wildlife specifically to have on them. Let us know who you'd vote for below 👇

Personally I think the Fox just fits too well 🦊

#uk #uknature #britishwildlife #fox #wildlife

Our #WednesdayWins! 🌿

This week, we are celebrating the Fungal Conservation Pledge, which calls for global action to protect fungi. In the world of conservation, we are often surrounded by bad news, so let's celebrate our victories! Use our #WednesdayWins hashtag to get involved!

The pledge recognises that the fungi kingdom is often underrated; however, this kingdom is the source of all healthy nature. Fungi play a vital role not just in ecosystems but also in human needs. Being used in medicine, such as penicillin, a variety of foods, fermentation and cultural practices. Despite their constant presence in our world, the fungi family are overlooked when it comes to conservation and protection. It is key that we use resources to further research fungi, as millions of species exist, yet very little has been studied.

Thank you to the UK Government for sharing this brilliant news! #WednesdayWins, which we love!

Source

UK Government - Fungi Foundation - https://assets.ffungi.org/FungalConservationPledge2024_EN.pdf

#funginews #fungalconservationpledge #fungi #nature #ukfungi

Hare Coursing is a brutal and illegal blood sport where dogs are set on hares for entertainment and gambling. The terrified animal is chased, injured and often killed.
Beyond the suffering caused to wildlife, hare coursing is frequently linked to wider rural crime, including trespass, property damage, intimidation and dangerous driving.
Recent police action across Suffolk and Cambridgeshire shows how seriously these offences are being treated, with dogs seized and multiple people detained following reports from the public.
Wildlife deserves to live freely away from cruelty and exploitation.
If you see suspicious activity in rural areas, report it to the police. Public information can play a vital role in stopping wildlife crime.

#StopHareCoursing #ProtectWildlife #RuralCrime #JusticeForAnimals

Happy National Buzzards Day! 🤎

Today celebrates buzzards in the United States, but we think our Common Buzzards deserve recognition and love too.

These beautiful birds of prey are among the most common raptors in the UK. Opportunistic scavengers, they have a wide-ranging diet depending on what is available.

Unfortunately, Common Buzzards still face persecution through game bird shoots. This outdated practice targets our birds and kills them in the name of sport. Despite being protected by law, many are still unnecessarily losing their lives.

Check out Verify Humanities new Spotlight Article on the persecution of our Common Buzzards. You can find it our website - www.verifyhumanity.org/blog.

#buzzard #commonbuzzard #commonbuzzarduk #raptorpersecution #birdsofpreyuk

Each year, it is estimated that 1.1-1.2 trillion wild fish are caught. In 2019 alone, 124 billion were killed for food.

Many fish die from suffocation, crushing in nets, freezing while conscious, or even live dissection. They experience fear, pain, exhaustion, injury and stress long before death.

Fish are recognised as sentient beings under EU law, capable of feeling pain and distress. It is evident that fish show psychological stress responses when caught or killed, as well as avoidance learning, for example, learning to avoid hooks or electric shocks.

Rising concern for welfare has intensified criticism of commercial fishing. If we care about reducing animal suffering, we cannot ignore the scale of commercial fishing.

We need to talk about fish welfare and stop pretending fish don’t feel. 🐟

#overfishing #animalrights #sentience #fishwelfare #stopcommercialfishing

Source
fishcount.org.uk

It's #WednesdayWins! 🏆

This week we are celebrating the governments announcement to include a closed season for hare hunting in the Animal Welfare Strategy. An unexpected victory for wildlife rights. In the world of compassionate conservation we are often surrounded by bad news so let's celebrate our animal victories! Use our #VHWednesdayWin hashtag to get involved!

Hares in England and Wales are under constant threat from shooting — even during their breeding season. This is unlike most European countries, where a close season is in place. Current laws are outdated and ineffective, dating back to the 1800s.

A hare’s breeding season runs from February to October. Introducing a close season would help ensure hares are protected during this vital time.
With growing threats from habitat loss and hunting, this small change could make a huge difference to hare welfare and wellbeing.

Thank you to UK Government for sharing this brilliant news! #WednesdayWins which we love!

Source

Gov UK - Policy paper - Animal welfare strategy for England - 22nd December 2025

#hare #hareuk #animalwelfare #breedingseason #harehunting

Rather than letting the UK follow its pledge to ban trophy hunting imports, Trump's officials have written to DEFRA trying to stop it, claiming this cruel practice “benefits conservation” and local communities.
That argument is absurd: killing animals for sport cannot be justified by skewed economics. The killing of animals to help “conservation” excuse hides nothing but brutality. We should be making laws that protect animals and preserve wild places, not bowing to pressure from officials overseas. Trophy hunting is unethical, outdated, and has no place in a world that claims to care about wildlife. It’s time to stand firm and ban this senseless practice for good.

#BanTrophyHunting #ProtectWildlife #Conservation #AnimalWelfare #WildlifeProtection #TrumpInterference

Sources
1. Westminster Hall Debate: The Animal Welfare Strategy for England (21.01.26) Liz Jarvis MP https://parliamentlive.tv/event/index/39278b73-1b69-46eb-b789-a877218b7efc

2. Hansard, UK Parliament, Topical Questions (05.02.26) Sir Roger Gale MP https://hansard.parliament.uk/commons/2026-02-05/debates/E8A87BB7-DDD4-4B86-AE40-6D1DDECA25B8/TopicalQuestions

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