@beverlyjoubert

We often turn to elephants for inspiration, motivation and guidance. Just like us humans, these gentle creatures are a social and emotionally complex species with intricate herd dynamics and a communication system that we have only just begun to decipher. When herds face social upheaval from poaching or hunting, the effects can be long-lasting. Decades after experiencing trauma, elephants have been found lacking vital life skills, like the ability to assess danger from predators. It's a stark reminder of how important it is to protect not just individual elephants, but the critical social structures on which they depend.⁣ ⁣ The future of iconic species like elephants is hanging in the balance and time is running out to save them. #EndangeredSpeciesDay offers an opportunity to raise awareness and take action. Together we can make a difference.⁣ ⁣ Please visit www.greatplainsfoundation.com to learn more about the initiatives we have spearheaded to help save Africa's threatened species and spaces.⁣ ⁣ #endangeredspecies #conservation #thereisnoplanetb #extinctionisforever #nature #wildlife #greatplainsfoundation