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Strength meets gentleness. 🦍 This incredible primate reminds us why conservation heroes like DeHaan Finalist Dr. Gladys dedicate their lives to protecting these magnificent creatures and their habitats in Uganda. ✨

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✨Meet 2025 DeHaan Finalist Dr. Lee White, who transformed Gabon into a sanctuary for forest elephants! Through 13 national parks & innovative anti-poaching efforts, elephant populations increased by 50%. Science-driven conservation at its finest! 🔗Learn more -> bit.ly/4iGEJHF

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NEW BLOG! Learn how horseshoe crabs contribute to human health... & what some in the biomedical industry are doing to give back. We have an exclusive interview with Jay Bolden from @elilillyandcompany.bsky.social that you must read! @sscmarine.bsky.social 🌍🧪 www.indianapoliszoo.com/gcss/blog/he...

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✨ Meet two-time DeHaan Finalist Dr. Biruté Galdikas, who has spent 50+ years protecting orangutans in Borneo! 🦧 Her scientific discoveries and creation of 15,000-acre protected forests are giving this endangered species a fighting chance at survival. 🔗 Learn more -> bit.ly/4kIjTt5

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Meet 2025 DeHaan Finalist Dr. Lily Arisón Rene de Roland who rediscovered a duck thought to be extinct & established Madagascar's largest national park. His work with endangered species shows that even species on the brink can be saved. Learn more ➡️ bit.ly/41ANw6H @theperegrinefund.bsky.social

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A new study highlights the urgent need to integrate chimpanzee cultural preservation with conservation. It documents the loss of a socially-learned behavior — a mating signal — among a group of chimps following the poaching of all of the male members. Once lost, behaviors take years to reemerge.

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#WisdomWednesday ✨ Conservation isn't just about protecting wildlife – it's about sustaining communities. As our 2008 Prize Winner Dr. George Schaller reminds us, effective conservation requires all of us to become advocates for nature's survival.

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Mwezi "Badru" Mugerwa named the Winner of the 2025 Emerging Conservationist Award! This Ugandan pioneer is saving the African golden cat through innovative community partnerships. His powerful approach: "The communities hold the solutions." Learn more -> bit.ly/4bnJ8wx

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This #WorldWildlifeDay, we celebrate the champions who don't just talk about conservation – they make it happen. The Indianapolis Prize honors these extraordinary individuals turning the tide for endangered species worldwide. Their work is our hope.

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📣 Mark your calendars: March 4, 9am EST! The Indianapolis Prize reveals our 2025 Emerging Conservationist, honoring one extraordinary individual driving the future of wildlife conservation. Ft. Dr. Rob Shumaker, Scott Swan & global experts. Register here -> bit.ly/3QxPnEk

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On #InternationalPolarBearDay, we celebrate 2012 Prize Winner Dr. Steven Amstrup, whose groundbreaking research on polar bears revealed how we can still save this iconic species through climate action. Join us in supporting these efforts that make a real difference! 🐻‍❄️❄️ @polarbearsintl.bsky.social

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Wishing our polar bear community a bear-y Happy Valentine's Day 💙

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New series: Conservation Champions! Meet Alberto Campos, Brazil's wildlife guardian. He built Brazil's largest manatee rehab center, saved 42 gentle giants & protected 157k acres of habitat. Stay tuned each week for more DeHaan Finalists stories!

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#WildlifeSpotlight: Seahorses 🌊 These remarkable creatures can snap up prey in less than 0.001 seconds - that's faster than a speeding bullet! 2021 Prize Winner Dr. Amanda Vincent has transformed how we protect these ocean gems. @projectseahorse.bsky.social

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In a time full of change and uncertainty, allow yourself a gentle break—a kind moment to clear your mind and find peace. Like this bat ray gliding through the blue, a shark cruising with quiet confidence, or a giant sea bass drifting in the gentle sway of the sea. youtube.com/shorts/sAgHY...

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The indri, a critically endangered lemur only found in Madagascar’s rainforest, might hold clues about the human knack for musicality, a Mongabay video explains. Watch the full video: “What singing lemurs can tell us about the origin of music” news.mongabay.com/video/2025/0...

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🐯Conservation milestone! India now homes 3,600+ tigers - 75% of the global population - while sharing space with 60M people. This breakthrough proves that with the right approach, humans & wildlife can thrive together. 🌟 bit.ly/3Epp3JV

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Excited to announce the 2025 Indianapolis Prize DeHaan Finalists! ✨ These conservation heroes are transforming wildlife protection across the globe - from Brazil's coastal waters to Madagascar's forests. Their work & dedication are creating a better future for endangered species ➡️ bit.ly/3PTiRMu

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Conservation victory alert! Siberian crane numbers are up 50% in just a decade thanks to @SaveCranes' habitat protection work. From 3,000 to 7,000 birds - proof that when we protect nature, species can bounce back!

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It's #PenguinAwarenessDay! Our Prize heroes are protecting these extraordinary birds worldwide. With 11 of 18 species threatened, conservation leaders like Pablo Borboroglu have secured 3.1M acres of critical habitat.

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#FlashbackFriday to 2010 Prize Winner Dr. Iain Douglas-Hamilton, who revolutionized elephant conservation through Save the Elephants. His pioneering GPS tracking systems protect Africa's elephants from poaching while providing crucial data for their preservation. 🐘💫

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#WildlifeWednesday: In the lush canopy of Africa's forest, every branch tells a story. The late Dr. Christophe Boesch's groundbreaking research revealed how chimpanzees navigate their arboreal highways, showcasing their remarkable intelligence and adaptability.

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Conservation Alert: @USFWS proposes downlisting Texas' golden-cheeked warbler from endangered to threatened status. This unique songbird – the only bird species breeding exclusively in Texas – faces ongoing challenges from habitat loss and climate change.

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Connect with conservation! 🌎 Follow us across all platforms for different views on wildlife conservation, from breaking news to inspiring stories from our Prize heroes!

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What a year celebrating our Prize heroes! ⭐ Our past Winners & Finalists continue to show why they're the world's leading animal conservationists. Stay tuned as we prepare to celebrate 20 years of the Prize and the next conservationists joining our legacy. 🌎🦁🐘💙

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Scientists are using AI to eavesdrop on endangered spider monkeys in Costa Rica's rainforest! 🎧 350 hidden audio monitors + artificial intelligence = groundbreaking wildlife conservation. 🐒 🌿 Read more on the future of biodiversity ⬇️

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On Saturday, we celebrated 51 years of the U.S. Endangered Species Act! 🦅 Thanks to this landmark legislation, we've brought species like the bald eagle, American alligator and gray wolf back from the brink.

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#FlashbackFriday A moment we'll never forget: Fanny Cornjeo accepting the first-ever Emerging Conservationist award. 💫Wearing beautiful, traditional embroidery, she delivered an unforgettable speech about the power of community-led conservation in Peru.

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🌎 The world's leading award for animal conservation has joined Bluesky! The Prize celebrates conservationists who dedicate their lives to saving species. Follow us for inspiring stories from the field & updates from our heroes! 💫

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