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VOLUME 48

Standing Too Close to the Elephant – The Amboseli Smoke and Mirrors Show

Standing Too Close to the Elephant – The Amboseli Smoke and Mirrors Show

By Hank's Voice The video Tuskers: Saving the Last Gentle Giants, produced by the animal rights organization Humane Society International (HSI), seeks to convince viewers that Amboseli's super tuskers are on the brink of extinction—unless trophy hunting in Tanzania is banned. But is that really

The Arrogance of Conservation Policy

The Arrogance of Conservation Policy

By Prof Brian Child The success of Homo sapiens lies ultimately in the ability to cooperate in bands, clans, tribes, nations, and as a global civilization. We are bound together in common enterprise through uniquely human myths, norms, and rules. As the only species with the ability to trade, we

Creating Safe Spaces for People and Wildlife (5-minute Video)

Creating Safe Spaces for People and Wildlife (5-minute Video)

Creating safe spaces for people and animals is essential in addressing human-wildlife conflict. The Mozambique Wildlife Alliance (MWA) is actively tackling this challenge through an innovative program. In Mozambique, farming is deeply ingrained in the culture, with each household cultivating its own fields. However, this traditional practice becomes problematic when

How do you Protect the Mediterranean Forest? (5-minute Video)

How do you Protect the Mediterranean Forest? (5-minute Video)

The Iberian Peninsula, encompassing Spain and Portugal, has experienced significant deforestation over centuries due to agricultural expansion, urbanization, and industrial activities. As a result, only about 8% of the original forests remain in the region. The Mediterranean forests have been extensively transformed into croplands and pastures in Spain, and their