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Published: July 14, 2026
Every chimpanzee taken from the wild leaves behind a family torn apart. Many young chimpanzees become victims of the illegal wildlife trade after their mothers are killed to capture them. Others lose their homes as forests disappear, forcing them into a world where survival becomes increasingly difficult. Behind every rescued chimpanzee is a story of […]
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Published: July 11, 2026
City pigeons were once among humanity’s most trusted companions. We bred them, relied on them to carry our messages, and admired their remarkable loyalty and intelligence. Today, their descendants struggle to survive on our streets—often ignored, misunderstood, or driven away. Adding to this, each year, millions of racing pigeons are released for competitions. While many […]
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May 2, 2026
Chimpanzees are incredibly close to us.They live in complex social groups, form lifelong bonds, and experience emotions in ways that are deeply familiar — trust, fear, grief, connection. This is exactly what makes wildlife trafficking so devastating. What we see
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May 1, 2026
We are proud to share our latest contribution to advancing international efforts to combat wildlife crime and broader environmental offences. As a member of the Global Initiative to End Wildlife Crime (EWC), we have joined 103 organizations in calling on
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April 5, 2026
Unregulated industrial squid fishing in the northwest Indian Ocean has grown into a serious ecological and socio-economic crisis—and it is one we at Wild at Life e.V. have been documenting for years.
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March 14, 2026
Protecting rhinos requires constant monitoring, strong partnerships, and long-term commitment. Through our Rhinoceros Conservation and Rescue Project, Wild at Life e.V. works together with dedicated conservation partners on the ground in South Africa to protect endangered white rhinoceroses and their
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February 15, 2026
In Turkey, stray animals face unimaginable hardships every day—from scavenging for food to suffering from illness and injury. Many are victims of abuse, neglect, and cruel practices such as poisoning and mutilation. Recent government legislation allowing mass euthanasia of stray
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January 25, 2026
City pigeons live a life few people truly see. Constant noise, traffic, hunger, cold, and danger are part of their everyday reality. Injuries are common, safe nesting places are rare, and survival often depends on luck rather than care. Yet
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January 24, 2026
Snares are one of the biggest threats facing wildlife across Africa.Silent, cheap, and almost invisible, these wire traps are responsible for the suffering and death of millions of animals every year. Made from wire or steel cable, snares are easy
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December 20, 2025
Every year, we travel to Sri Lanka to care for animals who would otherwise have no help. Our work focuses on stray dogs and cats living on the beaches and in nearby areas we are responsible for. We provide regular
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December 13, 2025
We work with a local Frankfurt-based wildlife charity called Projekt Oase – Mensch und Tier im Einklang e.V., which focuses on protecting and rescuing wild waterfowl and other birds along the Main River. Projekt Oase is a small but passionate
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December 5, 2025
At our sanctuary in Zambia, the team of Wild at Life e.V. has wonderful news to share. Our nine rescued elephants — all survivors of drought or poaching — are thriving, and they continue to enjoy their days in complete
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December 1, 2025
Sea turtles are among the most ancient and extraordinary creatures in our oceans, but today they are facing more threats than ever before. Climate change, habitat destruction, pollution, irresponsible fishing practices, and illegal poaching have all pushed many species to
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November 4, 2025
Every day, our team works tirelessly to care for the hundreds of stray animals living on the outskirts of Ankara. We currently feed between 250–300 dogs daily, ensuring that no one goes hungry — even in the most remote and
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October 19, 2025
A male lion named Zeus escaped from the underground animal park Aslan Diyarı in Antalya’s Manavgat district, attacking and injuring a local farmer, Süleyman Kır, before being captured and killed. Zeus had broken free from his cage at a private
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October 3, 2025
The last World Lion Day was not a celebration for us. Instead of sharing uplifting stories, we had to deliver heartbreaking news: the matriarch of the Hippo Creek Pride in Victoria Falls was brutally killed by poachers. She was an
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September 8, 2025
Wild at Life e.V. cares for dozens of rescued farm animals — especially pigs — who now live safely with our partner NGO, an organization that provides a home to hundreds of farm animals. Among them are many pigs we
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September 4, 2025
Verängstigt und verstört drängen sich die Affen an die Gitterstäbe ihrer viel zu kleinen Käfige –Bilder, die einem die Tränen in die Augen treiben. Doch für Tierschützerin Aslihan Gedik sind sie kein seltener Anblick. Immer wieder müssen sie und ihr
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August 25, 2025
Wild at Life’s Mission Caita is a vital initiative focused on combating wildlife trafficking, particularly targeting the illegal trade of chimpanzees in Angola. We are the only NGO working in the Maiombe Rainforest in Cabinda, where we have been active
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August 10, 2025
Every year, on August 10th, we celebrate World Lion Day. For us, the day is important for several reasons: We Raise Awareness: we highlight the decline of lion populations and the threats they face, such as habitat loss, human-wildlife conflict,
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Stopping The Next Pandemics
a joint production of ARTE France, Georama TV, and NHK Japan
The film shows how illegal wildlife trade poses a serious threat to human health, and highlights the importance of preserving natural ecosystems to prevent future pandemics.
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