Celebrating Giraffes in Stunning Photographic Detail
The latest installment in the celebrated Remembering Wildlife series, Remembering Giraffes, also known as the remembrance book, brings together breathtaking images by renowned photographers such as Jonathan & Angela Scott, Marsel van Oosten, Frans Lanting, and Greg du Toit. This exceptional book showcases the captivating beauty of the world’s tallest mammal.
Giraffe Populations in Peril
While giraffes are iconic across the globe, their vulnerability is often overlooked. Over the last 300 years, habitat loss has reached 90%, and the species is now locally extinct in at least seven African countries. Since 1985, giraffe populations have dwindled by up to 40%, according to IUCN data. The publication highlights these critical issues.
Conservation Efforts Through the Remembering Giraffes Book
Remembering Wildlife, established to bring attention to endangered species, has achieved remarkable success. Since Remembering Elephants launched in 2016, over 62,000 books have been sold, with profits exceeding £1.28m GBP/$1.66m USD donated to conservation projects in 36 countries. Contributions from 316 photographers worldwide underscore the urgent message. The new edition is another powerful testament to these efforts.
“People adore giraffes but often underestimate their plight,” says Margot Raggett MBE, the founder of Remembering Wildlife. “While they’re seen as a safari staple, populations face severe threats elsewhere, forgotten and fragile.” This beautiful work brings these challenges to light.
Challenges Facing Giraffe Conservation
“The challenges are immense,” Raggett adds. “Habitat fragmentation, agriculture, and infrastructure encroach on migration paths, isolating giraffes into small habitats. In some places, they’re hunted for bushmeat; elsewhere, instability hampers conservation efforts. Remembering Giraffes captures the essence of what we stand to lose and exemplifies the work of wildlife photography at its finest.”
Supporting the Cause
The book is priced at £55 (around $75), with all profits directed to giraffe conservation projects. Copies are available for purchase on the Remembering Wildlife website. This visual anthology not only captivates readers but also fuels vital conservation initiatives.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Remembering Giraffes book about?
Remembering Giraffes is a book featuring breathtaking images of giraffes by renowned photographers, showcasing the beauty and vulnerability of the species. It is part of the Remembering Wildlife series, aimed at highlighting endangered species and raising funds for conservation.
How have giraffe populations changed since 1985?
Since 1985, giraffe populations have dwindled by up to 40%, according to IUCN data. This decline is attributed to factors like habitat loss and fragmentation.
How does the Remembering Wildlife series support conservation?
The Remembering Wildlife series, since its inception in 2016, has sold over 62,000 books and donated profits exceeding £1.28m GBP/$1.66m USD to various conservation projects in 36 countries. These books serve both to raise awareness and fund critical conservation efforts.
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