On this Giving Tuesday, your compassion is needed more than ever for a baby pangolin in Nigeria. This vulnerable creature is among many facing extinction due to relentless poaching.
Thanks to the tireless efforts of conservation teams, this eight-month-old pangolin pup named Tikki was rescued from a bushmeat market, where she was found in dire condition. Stuffed into a filthy sack, Tikki was infested with hundreds of ticks, which posed a severe threat to her health. The dedicated team at Greenfingers Wildlife Conservation Initiative (GWCI) painstakingly worked to remove these ticks, which was described as the worst infestation they had ever encountered.
Tikki now requires close monitoring and specialized milk formula for several months to ensure her survival. For just $100 (approximately £77) per month, you can provide the necessary care she needs to recover and thrive.
This donation is particularly impactful given the economic challenges in Nigeria, where the minimum wage is under $42 (£32.50) per month. Many other pangolins rescued by GWCI are also in need of similar care after being saved from poachers and meat markets.
Your contribution could play a vital role in conserving not just Tikki’s life but also help to protect the pangolin species as a whole. With their unique keratin scales, pangolins have few natural predators, but human activities pose a significant threat to their existence. Without ongoing conservation efforts supported by compassionate individuals, the survival of this species hangs in the balance.
This Giving Tuesday presents a meaningful opportunity for you to make a difference. Every donation contributes to the ongoing fight against extinction and supports the noble efforts to protect pangolins and their habitats. Please consider making a donation today and share this call for compassion with your network.
Together, we can ensure that Tikki and other pangolins have a fighting chance at a brighter future. Your support is instrumental in this life-saving mission.
By embracing this spirit of giving, we can inspire hope and foster a commitment to wildlife conservation, ultimately leading to a more sustainable world for all creatures.