54: Working to Save the World's Most Trafficked Mammal with Four Pangolin Champions
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The organization, Save Pangolins, is raising awareness and supporting conservation efforts of the world's most trafficked mammal. One of their initiatives is the Pangolin Champions Program which aims to support emerging leaders in the pangolin conservation landscape. Since its inception in 2020, they have accepted 12 passionate, committed, and inspiring pangolin conservationists into its program- I speak with four of them here. The Champions comprise of a global team of conservationists who have proven dedication to pangolins, have carved their own path in unchartered terrain, and have unique and impactful contributions to these endangered species.
If you ever feel that a problem is too big or too far along, these guys will prove to you that the small can be mighty!
As a side note, also in 2020, I launched this podcast (this month, actually!) with Paul Thomson from Save Pangolins as my guest. This feels like a full-circle moment for this show. :)
Highlights
- A rescue and release story that will touch your heart.
- How can CSI help pangolins?
- What's a surprising challenge faced by one of the champions?
What YOU Can Do
- Support these champions by donating to Save Pangolins
- Help raise awareness about the plight of this animal by sharing on social media and talking about it with your peers.
- Or, share this episode with someone right now.
- Check out the baby pangolin Mark was holding!
Resources
- Pangolin Champions Program
- Save Pangolins Instagram
Happy World Pangolin Day! (February 18th)
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