This Giving Tuesday, compassion is needed more than ever for a baby pangolin in Nigeria, and your support can make a significant difference. Pangolins are critically endangered due to poaching, but thanks to the tireless efforts of groups like the Greenfingers Wildlife Conservation Initiative (GWCI), this vulnerable creature has been rescued.
Meet Tikki, an eight-month-old pangolin pup, who was saved from the horrific conditions of a bushmeat market. Found in a deplorable state, she was stuffed into a bag and severely infested with ticks that were draining her life force. The team at GWCI undertook the painstaking task of manually removing every tick, ensuring the recovery of this defenseless animal.
Tikki now requires ongoing care, including specialized milk formula, which costs $100 (around £77) every month. This may seem like a modest amount in other parts of the world, but it represents a significant expense in Nigeria, where the minimum wage is under $42 (£32.50) a month. Your donation can cover Tikki’s nutritional needs and help her thrive.
In addition to Tikki, numerous other pangolins rescued from similar dire circumstances are also fighting for survival at GWCI’s shelter. Each one of them needs special care, and your contributions play a vital role in providing that.
By donating today, you can help give Tikki and her fellow pangolins a fighting chance against the threats they face. The fight against extinction requires collective action, and one life saved can resonate through the entire species.
Pangolins, known for their protective keratin scales, unfortunately face the greatest danger from human intervention. Without continued conservation efforts supported by compassionate individuals, their future is bleak.
This Giving Tuesday presents a wonderful opportunity for you to take action. By donating, sharing this call for help, or simply raising awareness about the plight of pangolins, you become part of a broader community committed to protecting wildlife and ensuring a healthier planet.
Join us in making a difference today. Together, we can create a positive impact for Tikki, the pangolins of Africa, and the natural world. Your support is not just a gift; it’s a vital lifeline.
Let’s work together to stop the cycle of poaching and help preserve these unique creatures for generations to come.