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Top 10 Reasons to Make Charitable Donations to a Nonprofit like Nikela

Feb 5, 2020 · by Wildlife Margrit · In: Nikela Blog, nonprofit, wildlife conservation, wildlife lovers Tagged: charity, nonprofit, wildlife conservation

The reasons to make charitable donations varies greatly from donor to donor. We all have very personal reasons for picking the charity we support. However, despite the variety there are commonalities. Here’s why folk contribute to Nikela. The top 10 reasons to make charitable donations seem to fall into two segments. First, the more spiritual or emotional reasons to give. Followed by the more practical and tangible reasons. Once you’ve read the list take a minute to write us a comment below as to why you make charitable donations. Top 10 Reasons to Make Charitable Donations to a Nonprofit like Nikela…

What is the difference between Wildlife Conservation and Animal Welfare?

Aug 7, 2019 · by Wildlife Margrit · In: Animal Welfare, Bearded Vulture, elephant, lion, Nikela Blog, wildlife conservation Tagged: animal welfare, wildlife conservation

“Aren’t they one and the same thing?” For quite some time I thought wildlife conservation and animal welfare were concepts that could be used interchangeably. However, I was dead wrong. Although on the surface it may seem that both wildlife conservation and animal welfare are about saving and protecting furry and feathered creatures… each has a different premise. Wildlife Conservation can be defined as… “Wildlife conservation activities relate to the protection of plants and animal species, and their habitats. Conservation efforts are made with a goal to preserve nature, and endangered species for the future generations.” (According to the US…

Drought conditions and what it means for wildlife in 2019

Jun 11, 2019 · by Wildlife Margrit · In: Human Wildlife Conflict, lion, Marnus, Nikela Blog Tagged: Botswana, human wildlife conflicts, Marnus Roodbol, Namibia, wildlife conservation

The rains that never came leave much of Namibia and Botswana in drought conditions. This could lead to a serious increase in human wildlife conflicts. Marnus spends much of his time in the bush. He works with the local people, with researchers and government officials. All this in his never ending challenge to protect lions and their home. Most recently his concern has included the weather, the rains that never came and what it means for wildlife. Marnus reports from the field Throughout most of Namibia and Botswana, the rain that was supposed to fall during 2019 never truly arrived….

Why Trophy Hunting isn’t Wildlife Conservation: The most convincing argument yet?

May 29, 2019 · by Wildlife Margrit · In: Animal Welfare, Human Wildlife Conflict, Nikela Blog, wild animals, wildlife conservation Tagged: Beverly Joubert, Botswana, trophy hunting, wildlife conservation

Beverly Joubert one of wildlife’s longstanding champions recently shared on Instagram, a most personal reason, why trophy hunting isn’t wildlife conservation. And, it may be the most convincing argument yet! During our travels with our Land Rover we’ve made some interesting discoveries. While in the Namibian desert east of Wallis Bay we found the wildlife extremely skittish. Zebra herds would start running as soon as they herd the growl of the Landy. Rarely did they stop to look when we did. Contrast to this to Chobe in Botswana, where elephant mothers, even with small calves, barely noticed us as we…

The Three R’s to Save the Planet Although Earth Day 2019 is History

Apr 24, 2019 · by Wildlife Margrit · In: Human Wildlife Conflict, Nikela Blog, wild animals, wildlife conservation Tagged: Earth Day 2019, save the planet, wildlife conservation

Earth Day is set aside for us to consider what we can do to save the planet. It’s a day to raise awareness of the earth’s status, which isn’t that healthy at the moment. Why does the planet need saving? Well, with our ever growing need for more, the earth’s resources continue to get depleted. According to EcoWatch.com, “Human Consumption of Earth’s Natural Resources Has Tripled in 40 Years.” Among others these resources include Water, Minerals and Forests. This depletion has a tremendous impact on wildlife populations. As humans fell more and more trees each year, nature and wild places…