Victoria Falls Anti Poaching Unit

Victoria Falls Anti Poaching Unit We exist to Protect Animals. Combatting Poaching and Wildlife Crime in and around Victoria Falls. Poachers beware! www.vfapu.com

The Victoria Falls Anti Poaching Unit was established in 1999 and strives to combat the menace of poaching in the region. Working with and supporting NPWMA, Victoria Falls City Council, other wildlife organisations and concerned stakeholders, VFAPU represents a voice for the wildlife and its conservation.

Hidden in the bush. Deadly by design.A simple piece of wire can become a silent killer. Snares are cheap, easy to make, ...
26/07/2026

Hidden in the bush. Deadly by design.

A simple piece of wire can become a silent killer. Snares are cheap, easy to make, and devastatingly effective leaving countless animals injured, maimed, or killed in the wild.

Every snare recovered by our rangers represents a threat removed, but also a reminder of the ongoing dangers our wildlife faces.

This is the reality of the fight against poaching.

21/07/2026

A nose that never misses. 🐾

When it comes to detecting narcotics, ammunition, and other illegal items, the highly trained K9s from Take Action Zimbabwe are an invaluable partner in the fight against wildlife crime.

Their incredible skills help strengthen anti-poaching efforts and support law enforcement where it matters most.

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Stepping stronger into the field. 👣🦏A huge thank you to Jim Green Footwear for donating quality ranger boots through the...
16/07/2026

Stepping stronger into the field. 👣🦏

A huge thank you to Jim Green Footwear for donating quality ranger boots through their Ranger Boot Programme, implemented in partnership with the Game Rangers Association of Africa and supported by the The Tashinga Initiative

These boots are built for the realities of anti-poaching patrols and conservation work, helping our rangers stay protected, comfortable, and ready for the long miles ahead. We are incredibly grateful to everyone involved in making this donation possible and ensuring the boots reached our team here in Victoria Falls.
Now it is time to put them to work — boots on the ground, protecting wildlife. 🐾💪

🏆 Another Win for Conservation 🏆After almost two weeks of surveillance and patience, the team had a good win recently.It...
14/07/2026

🏆 Another Win for Conservation 🏆

After almost two weeks of surveillance and patience, the team had a good win recently.

It came to our attention that an individual was selling guinea fowl meat on a large scale. Intelligence suggested that about 2 x 50kg sacks a week of these birds were being slaughtered and sold in Victoria Falls.

After successful investigation, the team launched a sting operation that led to the arrest of a suspect and the seizure of 11 carcasses.

Whilst many might say that this is survival, and not place much value on guinea fowl, they are a vital part of the ecosystem. Our job is to protect all nature.

It must also be noted that the accused is gainfully employed, and his part in the destruction of our natural heritage is nothing more than greed.

With the fantastic rainy season we have had, these animals have thrived, and as such have become a major target for poachers.

The shear volume believed to be killed on a daily basis is shocking and unsustainable.

As warriors for wildlife, we will do what we can to protect and preserve ALL animals, big and small!

Special thanks to the Wildlife Authorities from Zim Parks and ZRP for your swift and professional reaction to this case.

🚑Animal Rescue🚑It's been a while since we have posted of an animal rescue in Victoria Falls. Whilst this is a good thing...
24/06/2026

🚑Animal Rescue🚑

It's been a while since we have posted of an animal rescue in Victoria Falls. Whilst this is a good thing and implies that the poaching pressure is low, this rescue is a stark reminder of the ever present threat to our wildlife!

On a routine patrol earlier this week, VFAPU rangers discovered an old buffalo bull with wire snare across his face.

Immediately the incident was reported.

It was no simple feat to get him darted and required a combined effort of horses, boots on the ground, aerial support and shear determination.

In yet another display of exceptional team work across multiple organisations the buffalo was successfully darted and the snare removed

Upon closer inspection, it appears that this poor animal had been carrying this burden for some time. The cable snare had cut deep into his flesh, narrowly missing his eyes. Undoubtedly this deadly trap would have ultimately claimed his life had it not been for the intervention of the team that day.

A massive shout out to





Together, our teamwork saved a life!

Poaching, and particularly snaring is silently destroying our biodiversity. This animal was fortunate to break free and ultimately have the snare removed. But there are countless others who are not so lucky.

This continues to be a massive threat across our wild landscapes.

Pangolins are among the most endangered and heavily trafficked mammals in the world.Their quiet, solitary nature makes t...
23/06/2026

Pangolins are among the most endangered and heavily trafficked mammals in the world.

Their quiet, solitary nature makes them especially vulnerable, and illegal wildlife trade continues to push them closer to extinction at an alarming rate. These incredible animals play a vital role in maintaining healthy ecosystems, yet they are being taken from the wild faster than they can recover.

We help protect species like the Pangolin through anti-poaching patrols, awareness, and rapid response in the field. Because every species matters.

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