Animals

French authorities to release millions of sterile tiger mosquitoes

The measure has already proved successful in other countries in reducing the population

Video: French police show film of ‘drunk deer’ to warn rural drivers

Animals can act erratically after eating fermented fruit in spring

Why France still has millions of nightingales while UK numbers fall

The rossignol returns in spring - here is where to listen for it

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Owner sues vet in western France after misgendered cat dies following sterilisation

The vet ‘did not verify’ the cat’s sex before operation and it died nine days later

Video: fleeing horses cause panic on motorway in Brittany

Three horses gallop wrong way down road for over a kilometre before being stopped

'The magical day I saw an otter in my Aude garden'

Jonathan Kemp on the otter conservation efforts that have led to their return

Brown dog standing in open car boot next to luggage

Pet passport rules clarified for Great Britain residents travelling to France and EU

EU passports are only for ‘habitual’ residents since rule change

Small dog watching a woman leave home with an orange suitcase

EU pet passports and GB-France travel: five questions answered

We answer your questions re French citizens, those taking pets to GB, and the closing of a potential loophole for second-home owners

Rare sighting of golden eagle in northern France excites birdwatchers

Juvenile bird is thought to be searching for its own hunting grounds

Man on sofa stroking a dog and a cat sitting close together

What is the cost of UK pet certificates for travel to France?

The cost differs depending on the vet practice and number of animals

Fisherman discovers dead caiman in canal near Lille

Investigation opened into suspected animal cruelty following find

Two dogs die after drinking from lake in south-east France

The dogs died in under an hour, others have fallen ill

Row over lion cubs in a circus in south of France

Case highlights tensions over France’s tightening rules on wild animals in entertainment

Act now to limit tiger mosquitoes at French home this summer

The insects are now in all regions of France

What to do with an injured bird in France

France has strict rules governing interaction with wild animals

Warnings after dog poisonings in south of France countryside

More than 20 dogs, including truffle hunting animals, have been poisoned by mysterious pellets

Further sightings of processionary caterpillars in France prompt action from local authorities

Caterpillars have arrived early after mild winter

Several wolf sightings in centre of Frejus, Var

Rules have been relaxed around shooting wolves that threaten livestock

Animal-assisted therapy comes to France’s Nice airport to calm anxious passengers

Emotional support animals arrive at Nice Côte d'Azur Airport

Exotic ‘lipsticked’ song bird spreads across south-west France

Sightings and hearings of the Rossignol du Japon have caused a Facebook sensation, especially in and around the Pyrenees

Sam Barcham takes one of her horses for a ride

Why we bought horses after moving to France – and what it taught us

When reader Sam Barcham, 48, moved from England to the south of France, she never anticipated that riding lessons would lead to buying three horses of her own

Are pet vaccines a legal requirement in France?

Certain vaccinations are mandatory before animals can travel

France faces growing threat from invasive ‘electric ant’ species as funding for projects stalls

Aggressive colonies are difficult to eradicate and researchers need approval to test new methods

Fishing in France: New catch legislation for amateurs

Reporting measure comes into force for recreational sea fishing – but practical effects put off for now

Lubin Goldin (top left) and winning entries for Wildlife Photographer of the Year (11-14) and European Wildlife photographer of the year (14 and under)

French teenager wins top wildlife photography awards for Alpine ibex photos

The Connexion talks to award-winning wildlife 14-year-old photographer Lubin Godin about his process and future plans

How can I protect my second home in France from mice while I am away?

Pests can enter homes at any period

How ‘invasive species’ the raccoon is a threat to both wildlife and humans

Despite the damage done by raccoons, there is no national strategy to address the problem

Confrontations with wild boar increase in France despite more hunts

Boar numbers are rising and the ‘unpredictable’ animals can cause serious injury

Mairie issues alert over snake on loose in Vendée

The five-metre long snake was reported to have been run over by a car last week but is yet to be found

Hiker videos pack of seven wolves at Alpine ski resort

‘Unprecedented’ video captures wolves roaming on slopes

Where are lumpy skin disease cases affecting cattle in France?

The outbreak has led to compulsory culls of cattle

Lost cat reunited with French family after 11 years thanks to identification tattoo

Tattoo helped shelter to find owners of the injured, elderly cat

Are new UK pet passports being introduced? Will they be accepted in France?

UK made easier pet travel one aim of talks earlier this year

French first as black wolf pack confirmed as living in Var

Female with black coat gave birth to four pups who inherited rare fur

French pet owner fined whenever cat goes onto neighbour’s property

Feline triggers penalties if crossing the boundary after an alleged series of misdemeanours including leaving paw prints...

Asian hornet nests increase in France this autumn

Several deaths have been recorded in France from Asian hornet stings

Escaped pink flamingo from Cornwall zoo sighted in Brittany

Four-month old flamingo managed to fly over her walled enclosure at start of month

Village gives free rat poison to tackle infestation in southern France

Local authorities hope the measure will greatly reduce rat numbers in the area

Walker finds python in south of France

Pet snake had been missing for three months and was suffering from hypothermia

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Can I make a complaint about my neighbour’s poultry farm in France?

It is legal to raise some poultry in your backyard with minimal regulations

French honey production almost double that of last year

South-east saw lower yields after being affected by summer heatwaves despite good news elsewhere

Dog owner finds innovative technique in France to help traumatised rescue dog

How the Trust Technique helped one Connexion reader bond with her pet

New anti-mosquito operation in Dordogne: What residents must do

Close to 100 cases of chikungunya have been recorded in department

French homes overrun by ladybird invasion

Invasive Asian ladybird has been spotted in both France and UK amid food source boom

Walker viciously attacked by sheep guard dogs on hiking path in south-east France

Four dogs attacked for an hour. Emergency rescuers also felt in danger

Why you may still have mosquitoes in your French home… in autumn and winter

Record number of native cases of the mosquito-borne disease Chikungunya were recorded in France this year

Investigation launches after man dies from rabies in south of France

The man died after being admitted with classic rabies symptoms, despite the virus having been ‘eradicated’ in France since 2001

High in the Pyrenees: discovering the rare capercaillie

On the trail of an elusive bird in the high mountains of Andorra

Why you should expect to see more spiders in your French home in September

France is home to more than 1,700 spider species

Video: raccoon spotted in French Pyrenees

Local animal experts say this is ‘not good news’ and ask the public to report any further sightings

Do you need a permit to own a tortoise in France?

Boom in tortoise trade in 1970s and 1980s led to strict regulations

Couple fined for keeping panther at their home in northern France

The animal, named Louise, was spotted prowling rooftops near Lille

French animal shelters struggle as number of pets brought in remains high

Animals taken to shelters this summer due to abuse over double that of last year

British woman in France sends rare Poitou donkey to US for conservation

The action marks a significant step in global preservation efforts

Nature in France: discover the fascinating world of insects

Explore the wonders of French nature with the extraordinary dung beetle, gazés and butterflies

Passenger receives fine on Paris-Brittany train after complaints over meowing cat

Several passengers allegedly complained over noise, leading to €110 penalty

A view of an Air France plane on the ground at CDG

Do airlines flying to France allow pets in the cabin?

Several airlines have specific rules

Dordogne mairie offers cages to catch boar devastating private gardens

Iron traps set up by hunting professionals can catch boar overnight

Stork nests in south-west France to cost rail operator €1m

SNCF says birds nesting in overhead lines present safety risk

What to do if you see a stray dog or cat in France

Follow these steps to help a lost animal find its owner

Check local jellyfish levels near you in France with online tools

Interactive maps can show where they have been registered in recent days

Warning to dog owners as outbreak of deadly virus recorded in central France

Parvovirus can have a mortality rate of over 90% if untreated and is easily spread

Photos: rare otters captured in south of France using nocturnal camera

Recolonisation and protection efforts are paying off in several regions around the country

Invasive Japanese beetles detected in eastern France

Residents are being asked to report beetles

Tick season lasting longer in France: where are they most common and how to prevent them?

Parents are being warned in particular to check their children for ticks as animals spread throughout France

What dangerous snakes are in France and what to do if you spot one

Anyone killing a snake risks a fine and potentially a prison sentence

Wasps, mosquitoes, hornets, ants: how to deal with summer insects in France

Natural repellents can keep some pests away

What to do if stung by a jellyfish at a beach in France

Swimmers may spot the aquatic animal close to the shoreline

Are dogs allowed on public transport in France or are they banned?

Rules differ depending on the type of transport used

Neighbour who complained about noisy cockerel in France ordered to pay €3,500

The complainant said the animal, which has since died, crowed too loudly and too often

Three people left in critical condition after bee swarm attacks Aurillac town centre

Attack took place over several minutes

Jogger attacked by shepherd’s dogs on solo run in Nice backcountry

A recent legal change impacts the status of guard dog owners following an attack

Fancy fowl and posing peacocks: observe the flamboyance of female birds in France

Jonathan Kemp explores the captivating courtship displays of birds, and explains how you can too

Hiker airlifted to hospital after being attacked by cow in Pyrénées

Man was gored by cow’s horn and taken to hospital in Spain

Canicross: France's fastest-growing sport

Running with dogs in a team is transforming fitness and social lives across France

Animals

French authorities to release millions of sterile tiger mosquitoes

Video: French police show film of ‘drunk deer’ to warn rural drivers

Why France still has millions of nightingales while UK numbers fall

Owner sues vet in western France after misgendered cat dies following sterilisation

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French authorities to release millions of sterile tiger mosquitoes

1,700 confined on cruise ship in Bordeaux amidst gastroenteritis fears

New direct ferry to link northern France and Ireland from June

Cold spell and gales of up to 100km/h to cover France this weekend

54% of French households did not pay income tax in 2025

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Video: fleeing horses cause panic on motorway in Brittany

'The magical day I saw an otter in my Aude garden'

Pet passport rules clarified for Great Britain residents travelling to France and EU

EU pet passports and GB-France travel: five questions answered

Rare sighting of golden eagle in northern France excites birdwatchers

What is the cost of UK pet certificates for travel to France?

Fisherman discovers dead caiman in canal near Lille

Two dogs die after drinking from lake in south-east France

Row over lion cubs in a circus in south of France

Act now to limit tiger mosquitoes at French home this summer

Dog owners in France reminded of spring lead rules

Dog waste DNA helps to catch errant pet owners

Bear sighting on Pyrénées hiking trail fuels local tensions

What to do with an injured bird in France

Spring in France: Why you should be careful walking your dog

Petition to save dog accused of killing French woman reaches 30,000 signatures

Did an illegal pit bull dog kill woman in France? Court case opens

Can I install chicken coop for my own eggs during shortage?

Taking a lead from the US: doggy daycare booming in France

Warnings after dog poisonings in south of France countryside

Further sightings of processionary caterpillars in France prompt action from local authorities

Several wolf sightings in centre of Frejus, Var

Animal-assisted therapy comes to France’s Nice airport to calm anxious passengers

Exotic ‘lipsticked’ song bird spreads across south-west France

Why we bought horses after moving to France – and what it taught us

Are pet vaccines a legal requirement in France?

France faces growing threat from invasive ‘electric ant’ species as funding for projects stalls

Fishing in France: New catch legislation for amateurs

French teenager wins top wildlife photography awards for Alpine ibex photos

How can I protect my second home in France from mice while I am away?

How ‘invasive species’ the raccoon is a threat to both wildlife and humans

Confrontations with wild boar increase in France despite more hunts

Mairie issues alert over snake on loose in Vendée

Hiker videos pack of seven wolves at Alpine ski resort

Where are lumpy skin disease cases affecting cattle in France?

Lost cat reunited with French family after 11 years thanks to identification tattoo

Are new UK pet passports being introduced? Will they be accepted in France?

French first as black wolf pack confirmed as living in Var

French pet owner fined whenever cat goes onto neighbour’s property

Asian hornet nests increase in France this autumn

Escaped pink flamingo from Cornwall zoo sighted in Brittany

Village gives free rat poison to tackle infestation in southern France

Walker finds python in south of France

Can I make a complaint about my neighbour’s poultry farm in France?

French honey production almost double that of last year

Dog owner finds innovative technique in France to help traumatised rescue dog

New anti-mosquito operation in Dordogne: What residents must do

French homes overrun by ladybird invasion

Walker viciously attacked by sheep guard dogs on hiking path in south-east France

Why you may still have mosquitoes in your French home… in autumn and winter

Investigation launches after man dies from rabies in south of France

High in the Pyrenees: discovering the rare capercaillie

Why you should expect to see more spiders in your French home in September

Video: raccoon spotted in French Pyrenees

Do you need a permit to own a tortoise in France?

Couple fined for keeping panther at their home in northern France

French animal shelters struggle as number of pets brought in remains high

British woman in France sends rare Poitou donkey to US for conservation

Nature in France: discover the fascinating world of insects

Passenger receives fine on Paris-Brittany train after complaints over meowing cat

Do airlines flying to France allow pets in the cabin?

Dordogne mairie offers cages to catch boar devastating private gardens

Stork nests in south-west France to cost rail operator €1m

What to do if you see a stray dog or cat in France

Check local jellyfish levels near you in France with online tools

Warning to dog owners as outbreak of deadly virus recorded in central France

Photos: rare otters captured in south of France using nocturnal camera