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First map of unique species
ZSL release mammal and amphibian map

 The Zoological Society of London (ZSL) has released the first map of the most unique and threatened species in the world.

Published in PLOS ONE on May 15, the research paper pinpoints areas of the world in which Evolutionarily Distinct and Globally Endangered (EDGE) mammals and amphibians are found.

Regions with the highest concentrations of these species have been highlighted as conservation priorities. The map has revealed these areas are different for mammals and amphibians.

Southeast Asia, southern Africa and Madagascar have been highlighted as priorities for mammals, whereas central and southern America are priorities for amphibians.
 
“These areas highlighted should all be global conservation priorities because they contain species that are not only highly threatened but also unique in the way they look, live and behave," said Professor Jonathan Baillie, ZSL's director of conservation.

"These new maps will inform the development of larger-scale work to help secure the future of some of the most remarkable species on Earth."

Through its EDGE of Existence programme, ZSL has already launched targeted conservation projects for over 40 EDGE species across the world.

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Building Great Workplaces webinars return

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 BVA has announced a new series of its Building Great Workplaces lunchtime webinars.

Launching from 16 July, the sessions will explore patient safety, motivation, client communication and more.

Its first webinar, exploring neurodiversity in the workplace, will take place at 1pm on Thursday, 16 July. It will feature guest speakers from The Vet Project, a group which supports neurodiversity in veterinary environments.

The following three webinars take place in September, October and November.

Booking is open on the BVA website 

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New form for online veterinary medicines retailers

The Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) has produced a new online form for retailers wishing to sell veterinary medicines on the internet.

The form replace the previous Word version and is part of the VMD's ongoing commitment to digitise its processes. Anyone retailing prescription medicines online, including POM-V, POM-VPS and NFA-VPS categories, is lawfully required to register with the VMD before trading.

The change only applies to new applicants. Retailers already listed on the VMD's Register of Online Retailers or registered under the Accredited Internet Retailer Scheme (AIRS) do not need to do anything.