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Wild animals cannot be exhibited or used in a performance as part of a travelling circus in England.
What you need to do if you find, own or look after a listed invasive non-native (alien) animal in England and Wales.
The prohibitions and restrictions on the import of animal furs and skins into the UK and the export of salmon and trout.
How to export or move ungulates (hooved animals) and captive-bred birds to the EU and Northern Ireland for conservation, display, education or research.
The rules to follow when moving animals within a restricted zone, including to markets, shows and slaughterhouses.
When to follow Balai rules to import animals and germinal products to Great Britain from EU and non-EU countries.
How to deal with threats - like grey squirrels and rhododendron - to protect native species and habitats in woodlands.
Apply for a licence to release non-native (alien) and schedule 9 species, or release native Eurasian beavers into secure enclosures, and how to report your actions.
What to do if you’re bringing your pet or pets to Great Britain: quarantine rules, documents you need, types of animal you can bring.
Licences and authorisations to import genetic material, research and diagnostic samples, trade samples and display items, and some live animals and animal products.
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