Overcoming fear and embracing the unknown have defined my journey with the Endangered Wildlife Trust’s Birds of Prey Program, where I work alone in remote areas to protect South Africa’s wildlife and promote conservation.
After years of protecting South Africa’s rhinos, tracking dogs like Puk enjoy well-deserved retirements as beloved pets, highlighting the importance of their role in combating wildlife crime.
South Africa, home to 13 tortoise species, faces a critical challenge in protecting these ancient reptiles from threats like habitat loss and crow predation.
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 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.