My daunting first Vulture poisoning as a new EWT field officer
A wildlife field officer’s first mission to rescue poisoned vultures in Kruger National Park ends in hope as two rehabilitated birds are released back into the wild.
The Endangered Wildlife Trust’s Livestock Guardian Dogs protect farmed animals from predation.
The EWT’s Livestock Guardian Dog Project helps South African farmers reduce predation by using non-lethal methods, significantly decreasing human-wildlife conflict.
TORTOISE CONSERVATION – A RACE AGAINST TIME
South Africa, home to 13 tortoise species, faces a critical challenge in protecting these ancient reptiles from threats like habitat loss and crow predation.
First comprehensive meta-analysis shows conservation action contributes to reversing and halting biodiversity loss
A recent study in the journal Science provides compelling evidence that environmental conservation efforts have been effective in slowing biodiversity loss. Lead author Penny Langhammer emphasizes the need for increased resources and political support to sustain and expand these efforts, especially in the face of escalating human-driven threats. The study underscores the urgency of mitigating these threats and calls for substantial investment and commitment across various sectors to address the global biodiversity crisis.
The EWT calls for a revision and republication of a completed Draft Biodiversity Economy Strategy for public comment
The Endangered Wildlife Trust (EWT) calls for a revision and republication of the government’s National Biodiversity Economy Strategy (NBES), emphasizing the need for clarity, content enhancement, and alignment with conservation principles. EWT’s comprehensive comments outline concerns regarding wildlife management, sustainable land use, and the economic viability of proposed actions.