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#SelfieSundaySpecies: Meet the Pampas cat, also known as the colocolo. Native to much of South America, they are one of the smallest wild cats in the world, weighing in at only 2-3 kg or 4-6 lbs. Like many other small cats, they face conservation challenges like habitat fragmentation and loss, and the IUCN Red List classifies this species as Near Threatened. To learn more about small wild cats like the Pampas cat, click here: https://lnkd.in/gMZVAATS

🦁 Stop Poaching, Save Animals 🦏 Every year, thousands of animals fall victim to the brutal act of poaching, pushing many species closer to extinction. Poaching not only threatens the survival of these magnificent creatures but also disrupts entire ecosystems, affecting the balance of nature. It's time to take a stand against this cruel practice. By supporting conservation efforts, spreading awareness, and advocating for stronger laws, we can protect these animals and ensure they continue to roam the wild for generations to come. The beauty of our planet lies in its diversity, and it is our responsibility to safeguard it. Let’s work together to stop poaching and preserve the incredible wildlife that shares our world. Our actions today will determine whether future generations will get to see these animals in the wild or only in history books. #SaveWildlife #StopPoaching #ProtectOurPlanet #ConservationMatters #EndangeredSpecies #WildlifeProtection

International Tiger Day: Protecting Our Majestic Big Cats 🌍 Today, we celebrate International Tiger Day, a global effort to raise awareness and support for the conservation of one of the world's most iconic species. With fewer than 4,000 tigers left in the wild, these magnificent creatures face critical threats from habitat loss, poaching, and human-wildlife conflict. By working together, we can make a difference. Let's advocate for stronger conservation measures, support organizations dedicated to tiger protection, and educate others about the importance of preserving these incredible animals. Our actions today can help ensure a future where tigers thrive in their natural habitats. #InternationalTigersDay #Conservation #WildlifeProtection #SaveTheTigers

𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗘𝗹𝗲𝗽𝗵𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗗𝗮𝘆: 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗚𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗹𝗲 𝗚𝗶𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘀 On this World Elephant Day, we take a moment to honor and protect the majestic elephants that play a vital role in maintaining the balance of our ecosystems. Elephants are not only symbols of wisdom and strength but are also keystone species whose survival directly impacts the health of their environments. Despite their importance, elephants face numerous threats, including habitat loss, human-wildlife conflict, and poaching. It is crucial that we come together to raise awareness and take action to ensure the survival of these gentle giants for generations to come. From supporting sustainable tourism to advocating for stronger wildlife protection laws, there are many ways we can contribute to elephant conservation. Let’s pledge to protect their habitats, preserve their freedom, and respect their right to live safely in the wild. Together, we can make a difference. #WorldElephantDay #ElephantConservation #WildlifeProtection #Biodiversity #SustainableTourism #EcosystemBalance #GentleGiants Dr. Geeta Sharma Advocate Hemlata Ranga Supriya Chandaiya Aditya Kumar Annanya Kakar Büşra Arkan Dr Pruthvi Bawge

Loisaba Conservancy (Oryx Ltd.) in Kenya, with support from The Nature Conservancy in Africa, is using large machines and tiny insects to tackle invasive Engelmann prickly pear (Opuntia engelmannii). This prickly pear cactus - most likely introduced by colonialists as an ornamental plant or as “living fences”—crowds out native plants that provide forage for wildlife, and its large thorns harm and even kill wildlife and cattle. https://lnkd.in/dBSyiY2K

The African Lion is listed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List: it is estimated that only 22,500 remain in the wild today. Threats to lion existence include human-lion conflict, habitat loss and prey depletion. Tusk partners with inspiring projects in Africa that work tirelessly to protect the remaining populations of Panthera Leo. To mark #World Lion Day, we shine a light on some key projects and hear from wildlife conservationists in the field about their innovative methods of protecting the apex predator of the African savanna ... The Salt Pan pride (see photo) is a perfect example of collaborative lion conservation work carried out by Tusk’s partner the Zambian Carnivore Programme (ZCP), which intensively studies 435 lions from 71 prides within a vast 35,000 km2 region. ‘The Salt Pan pride has its share of challenges, but it is still here and thriving on this landscape as evidenced by a pile of new cubs,' says Dr. Matthew Becker, CEO of ZCP. 'We all play a part in lion conservation – working together, rather like a lion pride - by collecting data, de-snaring, anti-poaching and promoting co-existence.' ZCP's team has followed many lions, some from when they were cubs the size of footballs to the size they now: 25 kg male lions, and have have borne witness to their 'daily and nightly dramas.' Being a lion is a tough life, says Dr. Becker: they face ongoing, multiple dangers from snares, retaliatory killings and loss of habitat. 'They are up against such odds just to survive and raise their cubs, but they are resilient animals.' ZCP ensures that its work is as Zambian-led as possible. A good example of this is their 'Women in Wildlife' programme, which provides training for future women lion conservationists in practical field skills: how to monitor and radio-track lions, how to navigate a LandRover off-road or patch a tyre, and how to communicate with communities about human-lion conflict. ‘It was a pretty male-dominated field before, but now the majority of our 70 strong senior team is female,’ says Dr. Becker. ‘They are the leaders of tomorrow: they will carry the torch to help ensure that lions are still on the African landscape long after we are gone.’ #WorldLionDay

Today is International Earth Day, a reminder of the importance of #sustainability and our #responsibility to protect and preserve our planet’s ecosystems. 🌏 At MGL Europe we believe in taking action and raising awareness.  One of our initiatives is to support wildlife conservation efforts. 🐾 For this reason, we chose to feature the garden dormouse (animal of the year 2023 in Germany) on our calendar for 2024, serving as a daily reminder of the importance of biodiversity and ecosystem preservation. At the same time we also made a donation to the German Wildlife Foundation, which is independent foundation, committed to the protection of native wild animals and their habitats. They don’t only focus on large and impressive animal species, but also on small, inconspicuous ones, which are often of particular importance for the ecosystem. It is small things that make a big impact. ✨ #earthday #environment #wildlife #germany #nature #awareness

"Conservation is not just about wildlife; it is also about people". ~ #KAZAHeadsofStateSummit insight. The Kavango Zambezi Transfrontier Conservation Area (KAZA TFCA) is home to more than half of the world's Savannah elephant population, with an estimated 227,900 elephants as per the 2022 KAZA Elephant Survey bit.ly/3Ina0iu. While KAZA TFCA Partner States continue to celebrate this conservation triumph, the Partner States are also cognisant of the increased human-elephant conflict that comes with this success, as the TFCA is a coexistence landscape with a diverse range of wildlife, shared with 2.5–3 million people. To enable communities and elephants to co-exist, the KAZA TFCA Partners States working closely with front line communities, and development partners across the landscape, are striving to address the core causes of human-elephant conflict, putting in place resilient and healthy coexistence systems that are contributing to the preservation of both communities and elephants in the KAZA TFCA. #2024WorldElephantDay!

🚫🦏 Let's Stop Poaching and Save Our Precious Wildlife! 🐾🌿 Poaching is a devastating threat to our planet's biodiversity, endangering countless species and pushing them to the brink of extinction. 💔 Every day, animals like rhinos, elephants, and tigers are hunted and killed for their horns, tusks, and skins, driven by greed and illegal wildlife trade. This barbaric practice not only threatens the survival of these magnificent creatures but also disrupts entire ecosystems and jeopardizes the balance of nature. 🌍 It's time to take a stand against poaching and protect our wildlife for future generations. Let's raise awareness, support conservation efforts, and strengthen laws to combat poaching and illegal wildlife trade. Together, we can ensure that our next generation has the opportunity to see these majestic animals running free in the wild. 🌟 Join the fight to end poaching and safeguard our precious wildlife! Together, we can make a difference. 🐘🦁 #StopPoaching #SaveWildlife #EndWildlifeCrime #ConservationEfforts #ProtectOurPlanet

Happy World Elephant Day! Today, we stand together to celebrate these magnificent giants who play a crucial role in maintaining the balance of our ecosystems. Elephants are not only iconic symbols of strength and wisdom, but they also support biodiversity and contribute to the health of our planet. Unfortunately, these gentle giants face numerous threats, including poaching, habitat loss, and human-wildlife conflict. On this day, let's raise our voices to protect elephants and ensure their survival for future generations. You can make a difference by supporting conservation efforts, spreading awareness, and advocating for stronger wildlife protection laws. Lets create a world where elephants roam freely and thrive in their natural habitats. #WorldElephantDay #SaveTheElephants #Conservation #WildlifeProtection #Biodiversity 🦣 Let's work together to protect these incredible creatures and the world they help sustain! 🦣