In January 2010, the Welsh Assembly Minister for Rural Affairs announced that a "limited cull" of badgers would take place in Pembrokeshire starting in May in an attempt to control the spread of tuberculosis (bTB) in cattle. On May 20th, the new coalition in Westminster announced that they would "introduce a carefully managed and science-led policy of badger control in areas with high and persistent levels of bovine tuberculosis". But are these decisions REALLY about good science, or could there be a more cynical reason for these announcements?

We wish to make certain that the near threatened Geoffroy's cat does not "slip through the cracks" as an endangered species--this cat does not yet have its own, anthropic organization, which is a critical component to any successful wildlife conservation project. The Geoffroy's cat is as fundamental to biodiversity, as are all species on earth, so we cannot afford to let its decline go unaccounted for.

We wish to make certain that the critically endangered Iriomote cat does not "slip through the cracks" as an endangered species--this cat does not yet have its own, anthropic organization, which is a critical component to any successful wildlife conservation project. The Iriomote cat is as fundamental to biodiversity, as are all species on earth, so we cannot afford to let its decline go unaccounted for.

We wish to make certain that the near threatened margay does not "slip through the cracks" as an endangered species--this cat does not yet have its own, anthropic organization, which is a critical component to any successful wildlife conservation project. The margay is as fundamental to biodiversity, as are all species on earth, so we cannot afford to let its decline go unaccounted for.

We wish to make certain that the near threatened Asian golden cat does not "slip through the cracks" as an endangered species--this cat does not yet have its own, anthropic organization, which is a critical component to any successful wildlife conservation project. The Asian golden cat is as fundamental to biodiversity, as are all species on earth, so we cannot afford to let its decline go unaccounted for.

The Critically Endangered Blue-throated Macaw is found in only one place on Earth: the Beni Savannas of Bolivia. This complex ecosystem of grasslands, marshes, forest islands and gallery forest is largely in the hands of cattle ranchers and every year untold habitat is lost to intentional burning for pastureland.

Factory farming threatens animal welfare, human health and the environment

Working horses are often overworked and poorly cared for

These endangered apes face deforestation and random culling

Every year, more than 16 million dogs are killed for human consumption

Millions of stray animals are in danger of inhumane deaths

Dogs are encouraged to savage a clawless bear in this violent blood sport

Dancing bears endure a life of suffering, dragged from village to village

Thousands of bears are suffering this unnecessary cruelty

This blood sport pits a bull against weapon-wielding matadors

A cruel contest in which pigs are force fed and publicly slaughtered

Achieving international recognition of the importance of animal welfare

The worldwide campaign to stop the long distance transport of animals for slaughter

Over 2,500 great whales will be killed this year by Japan, Norway and Iceland

Whether you live in the middle of the country or right by the sea, reducing our rubbish is an easy thing we can all do to help to protect our oceans. Plastic bags are one of the most dangerous litter items in the sea because they look like jellyfish and are eaten by mistake. Join our campaign and encourage your family, friends and community to Go Plastic Bag Free too.

We estimate that there are ten million fewer House Sparrows in the UK than there were twenty-five years ago! The aim of this appeal is to continue to support detailed scientific research to find out what is causing our House Sparrows such problems.

The Out of Africa appeal is raising money to fund the suite of projects which will investigate the decline in numbers of our summer migrants.

As Zimbabwe's economy has collapsed, commercial rhino poaching is increasing dramatically and rhino population gains are being eroded. A real crisis now exists: one that will have long-term consequences. Save the Rhino International, in partnership with International Rhino Foundation, has launched an appeal in order to increase awareness of the threats facing Zimbabwe's rhinos and to raise much-needed funds.

We are building a homing centre in Ferndown, just outside Bournemouth. Support our appeal and help make this homing centre a reality and improve the lives of thousands of cats for many years to come.

Through Operation Leap Frog 2008 the Australian Rainforest Foundation (ARF) is encouraging everyone to get involved in keeping the world’s frogs alive, kicking and croaking and help prevent what could be the largest mass extinction since the dinosaurs.