This Giving Tuesday, a baby pangolin named Tikki in Nigeria is in dire need of your compassion and support.
Pangolins are at a severe risk of extinction due to relentless poaching. Fortunately, thanks to the dedicated efforts of conservation teams, Tikki has been rescued from a bushmeat market, where she was found in deplorable conditions.
Tikki is an eight-month-old pangolin pup who was discovered stuffed into a filthy sack, infested with numerous ticks that were draining her life away. The team from Greenfingers Wildlife Conservation Initiative (GWCI) has described her infestation as among the worst they have ever encountered, requiring meticulous removal of every tick by hand.
To aid Tikki in her recovery, she needs specialized milk formula and close monitoring for several months. The cost to provide this essential care is $100 (£77) per month. Such expenses are significant in a country where the minimum wage is less than $42 (£32.50) monthly.
Tikki is not alone in her struggle; GWCI frequently rescues pangolins from horrific conditions in the region. Newly rescued pangolins, some as young as a few weeks old, also require similar care to survive. The high cost of specialized milk formula poses a significant challenge to these life-saving efforts, and your support can make a substantial difference.
Every contribution counts in the fight against the extinction of this remarkable species. While pangolins are naturally protected by their tough scales, they cannot escape the threats posed by human predators. Without ongoing conservation efforts and assistance from compassionate individuals, the future for pangolins looks bleak.
This Giving Tuesday, you have the opportunity to provide crucial support for Tikki and her fellow rescues. Donating not only helps save individual animals but also contributes to the broader effort to protect pangolins and their habitats.
Please consider making a donation today and sharing this appeal with others to help raise awareness. Together, we can work towards a future where pangolins thrive and are free from the threats of poaching and trafficking.
This message highlights the interconnectedness of individual actions and the impact they can have on broader conservation efforts. With growing awareness and support, there is hope for Tikki and her species as more people join the fight against extinction.