Conservation News
September 2024
Members’ sharp eyes contribute to species conservation
The Sightings App is a useful tool that allows members to record their observations of rare and elusive species. The data is used in conservation discussions and also assists in updating international information such as the Red Data List. Read the full article here about the data recorded on the Sightings App over the past year.
Go to the Wildlife Sightings page
SA Hunters’ Snare Busters programme saves close to 6000 animals from snares
Since 2021, members of SA Hunters have been actively involved in rescuing close to 6000 animals trapped in snares. The damage caused by snare poaching of wildlife is significantly more than the perceived monetary value of the meat. The economic value of these animals is estimated to be R100 million. Regulated hunting practices in an inclusive wildlife economy can contribute to the rural economy and food security. Read the article here.
Go to the Snare Busters page.
Save our Baobabs
Our majestic Baobab trees in the national parks in the northern parts of the country are under threat from overutilization by elephants that strip the bark of these trees, especially during droughts. The growing elephant populations in Southern Africa exacerbate the situation. Experts from various universities devised a plan to reduce the impact on these iconic trees by erecting steel barriers around selected Baobab trees in national parks to prevent the damage caused by elephants.
Conservation efforts cost money. Members who treasure the Baobabs and would like their grandchildren to enjoy them in the future can contribute to SA Hunters’ Tinyarhi Trust to help cover some of the costs
Read more here.
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