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Cheetah population on the decline | Tunde Folawiyo
Whilst for many people, including Tunde Folawiyo, the lion is one of the most fascinating animals in Africa, there is much to be admired about this continent’s other ‘big cats’ too. Take, for instance, the cheetah; as the world’s fastest land mammal, this creature can reach speeds of up to 120km/h in the space of […]
The Endangerment of the West African Lion | Tunde Folawiyo
The majestic lions of Africa have long been a source a great pride for the continent. While Africa’s vast landscape once proved prime breeding ground for the lion population, new studies have shown a significant and devastating decline of the West African lion. Proponents of the protection of endangered species such as Nigerian Tunde Folawiyo […]
Combating the Endangerment of the African Elephant | Tunde Folawiyo
Among the stunning landscapes of Africa exists an enormous variation of wildlife species. Although many of the continent’s animals are flourishing in their surroundings, there are many species at risk of endangerment and extinction, a great cause of concern for environmentalists and conservationists hoping to preserve all of the continent’s wildlife. Millions of citizens of […]
The Impact of the African Wildlife Foundation | Tunde Folawiyo
Since its founding in 1961, the African Wildlife Foundation – formerly known as the African Wildlife Leadership Foundation – has continually advocated for the preservation of the continent’s wildlife, utilising their power as an organisation to bring awareness to endangerment of many of African’s animals. Through these initiatives and with the support of citizens from […]
Lion conservation in Kenya | Tunde Folawiyo
Like many people, Tunde Folawiyo admires the lion – a creature often referred to as the king of the beasts. Unfortunately, in Africa, this animal is now classed as endangered. Its population numbers have dropped dramatically in recent years, with a particularly serious decline in Kenya, where it is estimated that there are just 2,000 […]
Elephant poaching in Africa | Tunde Folawiyo
The African Elephant is now considered to be critically endangered. A study by a group of researchers at the University of Washington in 2009 found that the rate of elephant deaths caused by poaching has been steadily increasing each year, despite the fact that the trading of ivory has been banned in most countries since […]
The decline of West African lion populations | Tunde Folawiyo
There has been a dramatic drop in the number of lions in West African countries; a recent study by a non-profit organisation called Panthera suggests that there are now just 400 left in this region. Even more worryingly, only 62.5% of this total number are of breeding age, which means that there is a distinct […]
African grassland animals | Tunde Folawiyo
The term ‘grassland’ refers to an open landscape, which is free from dense trees and bushes. In Africa, grasslands are usually populated by herds of mammals, who come here to graze and drink water. Examples of animals which can be found in this type of area are the zebra, and the giraffe, two creatures which […]
Behavioural traits of lions | Tunde Folawiyo
Many people, including Tunde Folawiyo, find lions fascinating. Zoologists have been studying the behaviour of these animals for many years, and during this time, have discovered a great deal about how they live their lives. It has been found that they are very sociable creatures, who prefer to reside in groups called ‘prides’, made up […]
Protecting Africa’s Endangered Primates | Tunde Folawiyo
Amidst a range of stunning landscapes, the continent of Africa is home to some of the world’s most recognised species of wildlife. Thousands of species of animal roam the grounds of Africa’s most famed locations, as seen by native Africans such as Tunde Folawiyo among others throughout the globe. Whilst the natural beauty surrounding these […]