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Why Rhinos are critical to African ecosystems

Sep 23, 2015 · by Nikela Volunteer/Guest blogger · In: #LuvWildlife, All Posts, Rhino, rhino poaching, wildlife conservation Tagged: Monserrat Gomez, rhino, rhino poaching, wildlife conservation

Rhinos are an “umbrella” species, protecting them is crucial not only for local vegetation, but also critical for the survival of other species. General Facts In general, rhinos are herbivores, but there are two types of rhinos in Africa: white and black. One might expect the adjectives of white and black to refer to the color of the rhino. There is a major difference between a black and a white rhino. Rhinos are all grey, but the shape of their mouths tells a difference between the two rhinos. The black rhino’s lip is pointed. It is the tool they use to…

Why the African Lion is Important to the Ecosystem

Aug 25, 2015 · by Nikela Volunteer/Guest blogger · In: #LuvWildlife, All Posts, Canned hunting, endangered, Human Wildlife Conflict, Lions, wildlife conservation Tagged: African lions, canned hunting, Cecil the lion, disease control, king of beasts, King of the Jungle, lion, Monserrat Gomez, Palmer

Besides being the King of Beasts, the African Lion plays a crucial role in their environment. Without them, entire ecosystems can falter. At times we may wonder… How much do we really know about African lions? What is their current conservation status? Why are these lions significant? Once we know about these lions, how can we help them? General facts about the African Lion… Lions are the “King of the Jungle” — they dominate their environment as strong and brave creatures. Male lions are larger than their female counterparts. A male lion weighs in the range of 330 to 500 pounds,…

How the African Elephant is important to its Ecosystem

Jul 28, 2015 · by Nikela Volunteer/Guest blogger · In: Animal Poaching, Elephants, Human Wildlife Conflict Tagged: African elephant, ecosystem, Monserrat Gomez, poaching

Frequently we look at iconic species in isolation not thinking how the African Elephant is important to its ecosystem. One might ponder: How the African elephant is important to its ecosystem. Or even ask: Are African elephants essential to humans? The African Elephant’s Status The African elephant’s current conservation status is vulnerable. The key concerns of the decline of African elephant populations are habitat loss and poaching. An African elephant is dominant in its environment and provides a serious impact on the ecology by removing trees, trampling grasses, creating watering holes, and improving soil condition. Also, they are important to…