Chris Lewis (@chris_lewis16) 's Twitter Profile
Chris Lewis

@chris_lewis16

Captivity Research Officer for the Born Free Foundation. Views are my own.

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Read our full response to the IUCN Species Survival Commission Position Statement on the role of botanic gardens, aquariums and zoos in species conservation 👇 (1/5) bornfree.org.uk/news/born-free…

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Did you watch Channel 4 documentary on the Exotic Pet Trade? From marmoset monkeys to snakes, wild animals across the UK are suffering as pets. The documentary explores the role social media has to play in their popularity. Catch up 👇 (1/2) youtube.com/watch?v=Q7TSZI…

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Mali, the Philippines’ lone #elephant, dies after more than 4 decades of #captivity . #zoo #AnimalWelfare newsinfo.inquirer.net/1867237/manila…

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Keeping of giant pandas at Edinburgh Zoo finally comes to an end, with Tian Tian & Yang Guang soon returning to China after 12 years in Scotland. Their presence within the zoo, first and foremost, has been to generate income. More on this 👇 (1/5) bornfree.org.uk/news/keeping-o…

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Please avoid #Christmas events this year that advertise live #reindeer in favour of those which do not. Reindeer are wild animals which suffer numerous welfare compromises at these events. Their complex needs cannot be met in a captive environment bbc.co.uk/news/uk-englan…

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I’ve just voted for 'Enough is Enough' by Born Free Foundation in the Charity Film Awards You should view and vote here too smileycharityfilmawards.com/films/enough-i… #CharityFilmAwards #cfa24 #charity

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Confusion surrounds source of funds for electrical works on hot tub and sauna at Dublin Zoo irishexaminer.com/news/arid-4128…

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For your "well, duh" news of the day: - Research shows carnivores became significantly more active and engaged more with their enclosures when given additional enrichment. - phys.org/news/2023-12-z…

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Zoo license refused amid #vet concerns and lack of planning permission. #Zoo found to be operating without a licence prior to licence application. sloughobserver.co.uk/news/24009195.…

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Your kindness can kill a bumblebee 💔 📢 Please share! Bumblebee queens are starting to emerge from hibernation. British weather isn’t always ideal and people with the best intentions can cause more harm good. Let’s change that. 🧵1/5

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It's time to put wildlife protection and animal welfare on the agenda - write to your local parliamentary candidates ahead of the 2024 General Election. support.bornfree.org.uk/page/151577/ac…

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We’re extremely proud to announce that our Big Cat Sanctuary at Shamwari Private Game Reserve has been officially recognised as a true sanctuary by GFAS - the first big cat sanctuary in South Africa to be awarded the accredited status 👇 bornfree.org.uk/news/born-free…

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Taken from his wild family in Zimbabwe when he was just two years old, Charlie the elephant finally has a taste of freedom! After 40 years in captivity, he has been moved to the 10,000-hectare Shambala Private Reserve in Limpopo province 🧡 (1/9) bornfree.org.uk/news/pretoria-…

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Did you know fake 'animal rescue' content is prevalent on social media? Today, the Social Media Animal Cruelty Coalition launches a report, calling on social media companies to tackle this animal welfare issue (1/9)👇#SpotTheScam Asia for Animals Coalition bornfree.org.uk/news/new-repor…

Did you know fake 'animal rescue' content is prevalent on social media? Today, the Social Media Animal Cruelty Coalition launches a report, calling on social media companies to tackle this animal welfare issue (1/9)👇#SpotTheScam <a href="/AsiaforAnimals/">Asia for Animals Coalition</a> 
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Proud to partner with Born Free Foundation, protecting wild lions globally. As their education partner, we’ve introduced lion EV chargers in Paris to raise awareness for wildlife conservation. Discover more: bit.ly/3ZYVkQH. #PeugeotxBornFree #PeugeotElectric #LionPowered

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We need your vote! ✅ Our film ‘The Human Habitat/Animal’ is nominated for this year’s Smiley Charity Film Awards. Every vote counts. Just a few clicks and your vote will help us get to the next stage. Vote here: bit.ly/4hbvhLO #charityfilmawards

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81% of veterinarians think exotic pets' welfare needs are unmet, and 92% say their need for a suitable environment isn't fulfilled. But in 2023, there was a 250% rise in interest in exotic pets on social media. Let's advocate for exotic animals & their protection. #DontPetMe

81% of veterinarians think exotic pets' welfare needs are unmet, and 92% say their need for a suitable environment isn't fulfilled.

But in 2023, there was a 250% rise in interest in exotic pets on social media.

Let's advocate for exotic animals &amp; their protection.

#DontPetMe