Providing a lifeline to animals devastated by drought and poaching – plus, guess who now weighs 1,635 pounds (742kg)! |
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We know that almost daily, more species are being pushed towards extinction. But there is hope, too.
In May, we reported that two endangered black-footed ferrets have been cloned from frozen tissue samples. In April, for the first time, fossil fuels generated less than a quarter of the EU’s electricity. And also in May, our supporters helped us make a significant impact for wild animals struggling through Botswana’s worst drought in decades – you can read more on that story below.
When we work together towards a sustainable future, we can make a positive impact for our ecosystems and the animals that depend on them. Here is how our supporters helped us do just that in May. |
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Botswana, Makgadikgadi National Park  |
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Sustainable water solutions for “Big Five” animals crippled by drought |
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Credit: Camelthorn Farmstead |
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Wild animals in the Southern African country of Botswana are struggling through the country’s most devastating drought in decades. Mother elephants are dying from dehydration, leaving their calves orphaned and bereft. Other wild animals, including zebras, are perishing during labor. Their main water source, the Boteti River running through the Makgadikgadi National Park, has been almost completely dry since October 2022, with no sign of rain on the horizon.
Our partner, a kind-hearted couple who own a camp bordering the park, have been providing water to desperate animals using their own boreholes and wellpoints, but they are simply not able to pump enough for the hundreds of animals needing help.
In the face of this disaster, our supporters offered generous support, donating enough to help us fund two additional wellpoints, which will double the current water output and provide life-saving water for twice as many animals. With our partner, we will also begin work on additional, sustainable water solutions, as droughts will only become more frequent and severe thanks to climate change and weather patterns. In the coming weeks, we will update our supporters from the ground.
Read the original article. |
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South Africa, Limpopo  |
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Providing life-saving milk formula to an orphaned baby wildebeest |
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Credit: ASI/Taryn Slabbert |
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Wanda the wildebeest was just two months old when her mother was cruelly killed by poachers. Heartbreakingly, the little orphan stayed faithfully by her mother’s side for days, repeatedly headbutting her in an attempt to suckle without realizing that she was already dead.
Wanda was rescued by our partner, Umoya Khulula Wildlife Center in Limpopo, which immediately provided her with dedicated care. Because she was separated from her mother when she was so young, she will need specialized milk and probiotic additives for the next six months to receive the nourishment she needs to grow, get stronger and eventually be released back into the wild.
Our supporters’ hearts went out to this little fighter, and through your kind donations, we will be able to help fund Wanda’s critical nutritional needs. Thank you for caring for this special little orphan.
Read the original article. |
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Credit: ASI/Taryn Slabbert |
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| Rhino calf Bavati, rescued almost a year ago in South Africa, is thriving! The 18-month-old now weighs a whopping 1,635 pounds (742kg)! See his transformation here. |
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Credit: Care for WIld (left); ASI (right) |
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| Water for wild animals in Zimbabwe! Thanks to our supporters, water is now flowing for dehydrated elephants in Hwange National Park, which is facing a severe water shortage. See more. |
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Credit: Friends of Hwange |
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| At ASI, we stay abreast of the latest wildlife conservation news so we can keep you informed on the most critical issues surrounding animals today. |
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 Two endangered black-footed ferrets cloned from frozen tissue samples in the US. Read more.
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Every time we help wild animals and habitats, it is thanks to the generosity of donors like you. With your ongoing loyalty, we can continue to extend a lifeline to animals great and small around the world. |
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Saving animals and the planet, 
General Manager
Animal Survival International |
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Banner credit: Camelthorn Farmstead. News Items: Image 2: BBC Studios; Image 4: Francesca Jones/NY Times. |
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