Wildlife SOS calls for action on World Endangered Species Day

As the world observes World Endangered Species Day, Wildlife SOS reaffirms its unwavering dedication to safeguarding India's rich and diverse wildlife, especially its endangered species.

Despite the challenges posed by a burgeoning human population, India proudly harbours some of the rarest and most endangered creatures on the planet, including Asian elephants, tigers, crocodiles, sloth bears, pangolins, star tortoises, hoolock gibbons, one-horned rhinoceros, and many more. These magnificent animals, along with their habitats like mangrove forests, thrive in India and warrant our utmost protection.

Endangered Species Day, celebrated annually on the third Friday in May, serves as a global platform for individuals to commemorate, learn about, and take action to safeguard threatened and endangered species. Wildlife SOS, a leading wildlife conservation organization, stands at the forefront of this endeavor, tirelessly working to protect and conserve endangered species across India.

Geeta Seshamani, Co-founder and Secretary of Wildlife SOS, emphasized the importance of community involvement in conservation efforts, stating, “On the occasion of World Endangered Species Day, Wildlife SOS invites nature lovers and conservation enthusiasts to participate in its Volunteer Program at our rescue centres in Agra, Mathura, and Bangalore. By volunteering, individuals can actively contribute to the conservation efforts of these endangered animals and their habitats.”

Kartick Satyanarayan, Co-founder and CEO of Wildlife SOS, underscored the significance of preserving natural habitats to safeguard endangered species, remarking, “Every individual can contribute to saving endangered species by embracing their presence, even if they’re close to human habitation. Preserving forests and their natural habitats is crucial to safeguarding these species. People can support organizations like Wildlife SOS and participate in conservation initiatives to ensure we do not witness the loss of endangered species within our lifetime.”

With active projects focused on conserving endangered species such as elephants, bears, tigers, and leopards, Wildlife SOS operates rescue hotlines in Delhi, Agra, Vadodara, and the Jammu and Kashmir regions.

The organization conducts rescue and rehabilitation efforts for various endangered wild animals, including pangolins and crocodiles. Through its anti-poaching unit, Forest Watch, Wildlife SOS has successfully rescued numerous endangered animals and dismantled wildlife trafficking networks to protect them from poaching.

As the world grapples with escalating biodiversity loss and habitat destruction, Wildlife SOS continues to champion the cause of endangered species conservation, urging individuals and communities to join hands in preserving India's rich wildlife heritage for generations to come.