In this Guest post and infographic from Amy Lara, we take a look at 47 National Animals from Around the World. Some may surprise you.
Author: Kate on Conservation
Wildlife and conservation blogger. Staff Writer for National Geographic Kids Magazine. Former Sub Editor of Discovery Education. Compassionate conservation.
Shamwari Diaries: Act 5 Scene 2 — Burning bright
In this week’s Shamwari series, we head to Port Elizabeth for some sand boarding, and I discover the importance of fire.
World Animal Day 2019 – Gerhana the orphan orangutan
Gerhana the orangutan orphan – World Animal Day 2019. Gerhana the orangutan orphan has lived through terrible experiences, and the traces of his sad past are still visible on the x-ray: He has a cartridge case stuck in his body.
Shamwari Diaries: Act 5 Scene 1 — Falling into place
In this week’s Shamwari series, I return to Shamwari’s student programme, where conservation work gets physical once more, and I find myself in the middle of a herd of 26 elephants!
All About Water: Guest post and infographic
Water is arguably the most valuable resource we have on Earth. It is vital for all manner of wildlife habitats, for climate-creating rainforests and, of course, many precious marine ecosystems. 70% of the Earth’s surface is water. Nonetheless, water wastage has serious conservation implications…
The Wind of Change: 35 years of Born Free
Born Free Foundation celebrates 35 years, with a special gala evening and some innovative new conservation techniques.
Special Announcement from Kate on Conservation
The ELAFI Animal Welfare Awards aim to celebrate those dedicated to animal welfare, conservation and the environment — and to encourage the government in Cyprus to improve animal welfare laws.
Shamwari Diaries: Act 4 Scene 5 — Parting from the pack
In this week’s Shamwari series, I visit South Africa’s only wolf sanctuary, and back on the reserve, I face the challenges of digging up bluebush!
Fighting fast fashion with Secondhand September
This month is Secondhand September. The aim is to ditch our quick-fix shopping habits for new clothing for one whole month and shop secondhand.
Shamwari Diaries: Act 4 Scene 4 — Highs, lows and watering holes
This week we find ourselves face-to-face with a lion at nighttime, I spot the rarest mammal on the Amakhala reserve, and we find out what happens when you remove algae from a watering hole!