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Red panda kit born at Edinburgh Zoo
Pictured: The newest addition to the red panda enclosure.
Keepers have captured the first images of the baby red panda.

The first images have been released of a red panda born at Edinburgh Zoo.

Keepers at the Zoo were excited to capture the first images of the eight-week-old red panda kit, who is yet to be named.

Born on 10 July 2021, to Ginger and Bruce, the kit will remain in the cubbing den until they become more independent. 

The kit will receive health checks from the RZSS's wildlife conservation charity teams in the next few weeks, and will be named afterwards. 

It is hoped that visitors will have the opportunity to spot the young red panda in the next few months, as it begins to explore the outdoor enclosure. 

The birth of the small red panda kit is a cause for celebration for the RZSS, as red pandas are an endangered species, mostly due to habitat loss. 

Image © RZSS

 

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New RCVS Academy courses to remove barriers in vet care

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 The RCVS Academy has launched two courses to its new client support series, as it seeks to improve accessibility in veterinary settings.

The courses will help professionals to support assistance dog partnerships and clients with hearing loss.

The Hearing loss and Assistance dogs courses saw RCVS project lead Catherine Hemingway collaborate with the British Deaf Association and Assistance Dogs UK. Vets will gain practical guidance on supporting clients with additional needs.

Each course takes an hour to complete, and can be accessed by RCVS registrants for free. 

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APHA launches free virtual work experience programme

The Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA), in collaboration with Springpod, has launched a free virtual work experience programme, giving young people across the UK the chance to explore careers dedicated to protecting animal and plant health.

The on-demand programme offers a unique insight into career opportunities within APHA, showcasing how students can contribute to tackling some of the UK's most critical biosecurity and environmental challenges.

Designed for students aged 13 and over, the course includes more than 10 hours of engaging content featuring real-life industry insights, scenario-based challenges, and practical guidance on applying for jobs. To register for the course, visit the APHA website.