In an effort to protect wildlife that call the Orange River home, South African and Namibian field rangers are on the case; teaming up to defend those who can’t defend themselves!
Orange River, South Africa (29 February 2024) — South African and Namibian field rangers have teamed up to up the heat on anti-poaching efforts in what South African National Parks have called a milestone collaboration between the two countries for the betterment of the environment.
By committing to a joint patrol, ǀAi-ǀAis/Richtersveld Transfrontier Park Field rangers alongside Namibian rangers are adding a fortress of backup to protect the wildlife that call the Orange River (one of the most important and longest rivers on the continent) home, with a big focus on fish species who need protection.
This effort comes to combat the illegal activities that have been on the rise; impacting fish populations and subsequently, the Orange River’s ecosystem and wider community.
The first efforts were underway in mid-November where the united rangers were able to apprehend suspects who were caught poaching through illegal fishing actions.
Where many of us might think of poaching as a concept reserved for endangered species, it is important to remember that many non-threatened species are still not safe and remain at risk. Nipping these problems in the net is only one part of the good these rangers are enforcing, with the second being their collaborative effort!
“This cross-border conservation collaboration serves as a shining example of solidarity in protecting our planet’s ecological treasures. It showcases the power of international cooperation in addressing complex environmental challenges and emphasises the importance of collective action in safeguarding our natural heritage for future generations.”—SANParks.
Sources: SANParks
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