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Bioblitz race for UK zoos
Aquariums and zoos race to record wildlife
Edinburgh Zoo is one of 25 zoos and aquariums to take part in this year's Bioblitz Race, where they will attempt to spot as many animals and plants as possible within 24 hours.

The race is being supported by the British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums (BIAZA), as a way to encourage people to engage with wildlife and create a snapshot of biodiversity.

Records taken of the animals, plants and fungi spotted within marked areas will be supplied to the national Bioblitz database following the race.

Chair of BIAZA's native species working group, Dave Coles, said: "Last year, more than 800 different species were recorded on BIAZA sites and this year we have even more zoos taking part so we are looking forward to seeing some interesting results."

Edinburgh Zoo will be holding a range of events between June 14 and 15, including mini-beast hunts, pond dipping and badger and bat watching.

Senior education officer at the zoo, Amy Cox, said: "We are delighted to be able to offer children and adults the chance to explore the wildlife right under their feet and on their doorstop in our series of BioBlitz events this weekend."

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Equine Disease Surveillance report released for Q4 2025

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 The latest Equine Disease Surveillance report has been released, with details on equine disease from Q4 of 2025.

The report, produced by Equine Infectious Disease Surveillance, includes advice on rule changes for equine influenza vaccination.

Statistics and maps detail recent outbreaks of equine herpes virus, equine influenza, equine strangles and equine grass sickness. A series of laboratory reports provides data on virology, bacteriology, parasitology and toxicosis.

This issue also features a case study of orthoflavivus-associated neurological disease in a horse in the UK. 

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RCVS annual renewal fee for vets due

RCVS' annual renewal fee for veterinary surgeons is now due. Vets must pay their renewal fee before Wednesday, 1 April 2026.

This year's standard annual fee has increased to 431 from last year's 418. This is an approximately three per cent increase, as approved by RCVS Council and the Privy Council.

Tshidi Gardner, RCVS treasurer, said: "The small fee increase will be used to help deliver both our everyday activities and our new ambitious Strategic Plan, which includes aims such as achieving new legislation, reviewing the Codes of Professional Conduct and supporting guidance, and continuing to support the professions through activities such as the Mind Matters Initiative, RCVS Academy and career development."

A full breakdown of the new fees is on the RCVS website. Information about tax relief is available on the UK government website.