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23/08/2026

Come along with us on a research trip in Massachusetts Bay with IFAW, Syracuse University, and NOAA, where scientists are gathering data and information that helps protect North Atlantic right whales and the ecosystem they depend on.

The data we collect on these research missions is vital: every sighting, sound, and sample helps shape real-world solutions for whales, mariners, and our ocean. 🐋🌊

This material is based upon work supported by Allen Family Philanthropies.

Cover photo: Andrea Spence / © IFAW, NOAA/NMFS permit #21371

20/08/2026

Wildlife traffickers facing justice.
Thousands of young people restoring mangrove forests.
Wildlife crossing roads safely through the Amazon.
And koalas returning to habitat restored just a few years ago.

This week's Wins from the Wild is another reminder that conservation works and that there are reasons to have hope for our planet.

Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://bit.ly/4grnwU2

17/08/2026

Exciting news! 🎉 A second baby elephant was just rescued. 🐘🐘

Just one day after Wanzelu arrived at the Game Rangers International Elephant Nursery in Lusaka, the team was called to help another elephant in need. The young male calf had been under observation for five days, and his condition was only getting worse. Rapid action had to be taken.

Safely sedated and transported to Lusaka, the next 24 hours were difficult. At first, he refused support and nutrition due to the stress and confusion of his new circumstances. With patience and consistent gentle care from the keepers, he finally accepted their presence and took the bottle: a critical step towards recovery.

Now, this young calf has been named Kabika. 💚

It's still very early days, and he has a long road ahead, but the team is monitoring him closely and doing everything possible to ensure he has the best chance at a full recovery. 💙

Video: © GRI

13/08/2026

IFAW is deeply saddened by the tragic loss of life following the ferry disaster on Lake Kariba in Zimbabwe.

Our hearts go out to the families and loved ones mourning those who have died, and to the communities affected by this devastating tragedy. We stand with the people of Zimbabwe and with the rescue teams and authorities working to find those still missing and support survivors.

Lake Kariba is not only vital to communities and livelihoods across Zimbabwe, but also an important part of the region's natural landscape, supporting wildlife and biodiversity. At this difficult time, our thoughts are first and foremost with everyone affected by this heartbreaking loss.

12/08/2026

Meet Wanzelu 💙

This small elephant calf was found alone, wandering through a community in Zambia. Exhausted, frightened, and with no sign of his mother or herd nearby, he was in desperate need of help.

Luckily, help was on the way.

A rapid response from Conservation South Luangwa and the Department of National Parks and Wildlife brought him to safety and into the experienced care of Chipembele Wildlife Education Trust - CWET. Once he was stable enough to travel, he joined the orphan herd at the Game Rangers International Elephant Nursery, where he is now taking the first steps in his rehabilitation journey.

He was soon named Wanzelu, which means ‘brave’ in Nyanja, a fitting name for a young elephant who has already shown such resilience.

This , we're celebrating the partners and people who dedicate their lives to ensuring elephants like Wanzelu have a chance at a future back in the wild. 🐘💙

Photos: © GRI

11/08/2026

Every rescued animal deserves a second chance. 🐧💙
Our partners at Mosswood Wildlife recently cared for three tawaki penguins found near Port Fairy.
Mosswood provided expert care, collaborated with seabird specialists, and went above and beyond to ensure the best possible outcomes for these rare visitors from New Zealand.
While sadly one penguin didn't survive, two are now thriving thanks to the team's dedication, expertise and commitment to doing what's best for every animal.
Stories like this remind us how important wildlife rehabilitation is, and how much can be achieved when passionate carers and experts work together.

08/08/2026

An IFAW-supported operation around Uganda's Queen Elizabeth National Park has led to the recovery of 40 kg of elephant ivory and the arrest of two suspected wildlife traffickers.

Acting on intelligence from IFAW-supported Community Monitors, authorities carried out a three-day operation in Kanungu District, near the DRC border, last week. Two suspects, aged 25 and 29, were arrested, and seven pieces of elephant ivory were recovered.

The ivory is believed to have come from older elephants, most likely from the Virunga landscape. If convicted, the suspects face custodial sentences of between three and seven years, depending on any prior wildlife-crime convictions.

Through , IFAW works with governments, law enforcement agencies, and communities to protect connected landscapes, helping elephants move safely across their range while strengthening efforts to combat wildlife crime. Photo: © Queen Elizabeth National Park

07/08/2026

As wildfires continue to burn across Greece, emergency responders are working around the clock to protect people, community animals, and wildlife caught in the path of the flames. High temperatures, strong winds, and dry conditions have fuelled fast-moving fires across multiple regions, forcing evacuations and threatening important wildlife habitat.

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As wildfires continue to burn across Greece, emergency responders are working around the clock to protect people, community animals, and wildlife.

06/08/2026

Have you signed our new petition yet calling on the UK government to review and reform laws on keeping wild animals as pets? We urgently need your help to reach 100k signatures to get this action heard in parliament. If you agree wild animals belong in the wild and not in our homes, take action today and sign the petition.

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For millions of wild animals across Britain, from African grey parrots to royal pythons, a living room or a cage can never truly meet their needs.

06/08/2026

Three smooth-coated otter pups are getting the care they need after being rescued during flash floods in Assam, India. 🦦🍼

At just 4–5 weeks old, the pups were found trapped in fishing nets near the Kaliani River. Thanks to the quick actions of local villagers and the forest department, they're now safe at IFAW–Wildlife Trust of India's Centre for Wildlife Rehabilitation and Conservation, where they're receiving round-the-clock care in the small mammal nursery.

Photo: © IFAW-WTI