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Welsh osprey chick hatches
Conservationists welcome news

The hatching of an osprey chick in north Wales has been warmly welcomed by conservationists in light of the fact that it is thought to be the first such hatching occurring in the UK in 2012. Two others eggs in the same nest, which is being monitored by the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB), are also expected to hatch soon.

The osprey population has been steadily recovering after falling to a single breeding pair in the UK in the early 20th century. It is estimated that the UK population now numbers approximately 270 pairs, of which only two pairs are believed to be in Wales. Nesting in the Glaslyn Valley near Croesor began in 2004, and a total of 18 chicks have fledged thus far at the time of writing.

Further news on more hatchings is expected soon. Commenting, RSPB Warden Geraint Williams said that "The second egg will hopefully hatch out on Sunday with the third and final egg hatching early next week."

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Submissions open for BSAVA Clinical Research Abstracts 2026

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 The BSAVA has opened submissions for the BSAVA Clinical Research Abstracts 2026.

It is an opportunity for applicants to present new research on any veterinary subject, such as the preliminary results of a study, discussion of a new technique or a description of an interesting case.

They must be based on high-quality clinical research conducted in industry, practice or academia, and summarised in 250 words.

Applications are welcome from vets, vet nurses, practice managers, and students.

Submissions are open until 6 March 2026. 

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Survey seeks ruminant sector views on antimicrobial stewardship

A new survey is seeking views of people working in the UK ruminant sector on how to tackle the challenge of demonstrating responsible antibiotic stewardship.

Forming part of a wider, collaborative initiative, the results will help identify the types of data available so that challenges with data collection can be better understood and addressed.

Anyone working in the UK farming sector, including vets and farmers,is encouraged to complete the survey, which is available at app.onlinesurveys.jisc.ac.uk