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Media Articles
These articles were produced with the support of Conservation Action Trust and may be republished free of charge in the interest of wildlife conservation, requiring only that the author and Conservation Action Trust are credited.
Lion bones back in the crossfire after breeders challenge sales ban
The sale of lion bones is heading back to court with a 235-page application by lion breeders demanding that the...
Let Elephants Roam — a conservationist’s last will and testament to icons of the African savanna
Imagine a world where elephants roam freely across vast, interconnected landscapes, their ancient wisdom anchoring the...
What Can Psychology Offer Biodiversity Protection?
The new field of conservation psychology offers valuable lessons for protecting the world’s wildlife — as well as...
Recent News
Recent news reports on important conservation issues, highlighting the urgent need for action to safeguard the survival of vulnerable species. Stay informed and join us in our efforts to protect our natural heritage.
Pie in the sky — why South Africa’s Draft Elephant Heritage Strategy won’t work
The draft strategy is skewed in favour of anthropocentric benefits – economic, spiritual and cultural – and cannot...
Poachers tell all: Shocking truth behind snaring of wild animals in Kruger National Park
Big cats are poached for their hides, organs and bones, while the other animals are hunted for their meat. ...
COUNTING LIONS: EWT SURVEYS DECLINE IN KRUGER’S NORTHERN PRIDE
The Great Limpopo Transfrontier Conservation Area (GLTFCA), which includes Kruger National Park, in South Africa, and...
Reports
Discover the latest news on endangered species conservation on our webpage. At Conservation Action Trust, we’re dedicated to promoting the protection and preservation of threatened flora and fauna. These detailed reports cover important conservation issues, highlighting the urgent need for action to safeguard the survival of vulnerable species. Stay informed and join us in our efforts to protect our natural heritage.
MEDIA STATEMENT: HIGH PATHOGENICITY AVIAN INFLUENZA SUSPECTED ON SUB-ANTARCTIC MARION ISLAND
High pathogenicity avian influenza (HPAI) virus is suspected to have reached Marion Island, one of South Africa’s two...
End of the game
IT was a time to rejoice. It seemed to be the only logical way forward. The path had been laid out for us. The truth...
THE EWT CALLS FOR A REVISION AND REPUBLICATION OF A COMPLETED DRAFT BIODIVERSITY ECONOMY STRATEGY FOR PUBLIC COMMENT
The Endangered Wildlife Trust (EWT) has called for a revision and the republication for public comment, for a period...