60% of the world’s animals most effected by poaching are African wildlife species❗ ifaw has revealed a list of the top 15 animals most targeted by poaching, most of whom are endangered or critically endangered and facing extinction. 9 out of these 15 species are found on our continent. 🦍🐘 At the highest risk are black rhinos, African forest elephants, gorillas, and pangolin species. Other wildlife include buffalo, lions, serval cats, African grey parrots, and chimpanzees. 💔 The ongoing demand

Years of poaching and habitat destruction have left African Elephant populations vulnerable to extinction. But the all-female team of rangers known as Akashinga work tirelessly to defend these majestic creatures. IAPF - International Anti Poaching Foundation - www.iapf.org | National Geographic Documentary Films