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The David Shepherd Wildlife Foundation is a small, effective charity funding key projects in Africa and Asia working to save critically endangered mammals in the wild.

Apopt an endangered animal 

For just £32 you will receive:

  • A beautiful mounted print of an exclusive sketch signed by David Shepherd
  • An adoption certificate
  • Information about the history of your animal and a fact sheet
  • A photograph of your chosen animal
  • A greetings card
  • An update of your animal's progress at renewal 
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Wildlife and conservation volunteering

Do you want to sit back, or get your hands dirty and help out? There are many opportunities to help wildlife across the UK and worldwide. Volunteering covers a wide range of activities and costs; 

 

Javan rhino declared extinct in Vietnam

WWF and the International Rhino Foundation (IRF) have confirmed the extinction of the Javan rhinoceros in Vietnam.

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Where to watch wildlife in the UK
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Wildlife photography: How to enjoy it and how to do it better
Top tips for wildlife photographers.  

wildlife news from the week of 23rd october

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Primates of West Africa

With just 60 species covered in more than 500 pages, this is just about the most comprehensive field guide I have ever seen! 

With so much space, many different aspects are covered, and we particularly like "Best place to see a species".  

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Steppes discovery - new brochure

When you feel as passionate about wildlife as we do it is not enough to offer exceptional wildlife holidays without giving something back. By joining forces with local research projects and carefully chosen wildlife charities, Steppes Discovery is able to give privileged insight into the natural world while supporting conservation and local communities. View an online copy of the Steppes Discovery Brochure or order a paper brochure


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Online Wildlife Editor wanted

Closes: 31st of Oct 2011

A company is looking for a dynamic, passionate editor to join in a pioneering online launch project. Working within a conservation-orientated business, and it'll challenge the way we enjoy wilderness and wildlife.

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World photos

A huddle of Chinstrap penguins climbing a massive iceberg.

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Conservation quandary - What conservation works?
African conservation is an industry involving thousands, dedicated to the protection of the Africa's wildlife and wild places. Its stakeholders are dedicated and passionate and they've been at it for well over 100 years.

Why then are wildlife numbers across the continent declining? Do we simply need more money, people and resources, or are we going about the business of conservation the wrong way? Ian Michler decides that it's time to confront the elephant in the room.

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