Episode 6 | Conservation Across Africa – A Series with African Parks

In the final episode of our six-part series, we’re joined by Evan Trotzuk, Bazaruto Research & Monitoring Coordinator at African Parks, to explore efforts to protect East Africa’s last known viable dugong population.

Once widespread along the continent’s eastern coastline, dugongs are now on the brink—making Bazaruto Archipelago National Park a critical stronghold for their survival.

🎧 Tune in as we discuss:

• Why dugongs are so rare in Africa

• The ecological importance of Bazaruto

• How research and monitoring are shaping conservation strategies

Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/RRuJrourygs?si=L0bVHp6GprXzZ0WA

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Watch the Previous Episodes: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLyjdkjacNUyHkzzoY7xd6kNLYKIxtoDmU&si=6t8zVojdl6v863Sc

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Website: https://thegreenhourpodcast.com/

African Parks: https://www.africanparks.org/

Episode 5 | Conservation Across Africa – A Series with African Parks

In this episode, we’re joined by Gwili Gibbon, Conservation Manager at African Parks to explore efforts to protect one of Africa’s most iconic and critically endangered species — the Western Lowland Gorilla. Found deep within the rainforests of Odzala-Kokoua National Park in the Republic of Congo, this species faces immense pressure from poaching, disease, and habitat loss.

Tune in as we discuss:

🌿 The challenges of conserving gorillas in dense rainforest ecosystems

🛡️ The role of rangers and community-led protection efforts

📈 What long-term survival looks like for this elusive species

Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/_Gz9S_lGjlc?si=pfUoDJZMrBgGE3bS

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Watch the Previous Episodes:

Episode 1: A $1B Conservation Commitment | https://youtu.be/kLPMX0LT6e4?si=MumM1auAWAlNtDHq

Episode 2: Rewilding 2,000 Southern White Rhinos | https://youtu.be/EMt7qTEawfg?si=rLyQe95LYX9FscWX

Episode 3: The Largest Land Mammal Migration on Earth | https://youtu.be/f_UvXzZkt_8?si=t70jKDQ_yJKTmect

Episode 4: Shoebill Conservation in Bangweulu | https://youtu.be/WBlidHaoxjk?si=dBWd3NeXmvTOvbDI

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Website: https://thegreenhourpodcast.com/

African Parks: https://www.africanparks.org/

Episode 4 | Conservation Across Africa – A Series with African Parks

In this episode, we’re joined by Maggie Hirschauer, Shoebill Program Manager at African Parks, to explore one of the most fascinating and elusive birds in Africa — the Shoebill.

Found in the remote Bangweulu Wetlands of Zambia, the Shoebill is known for its prehistoric appearance, massive bill, and mysterious behavior.

We dive into:

• The Shoebill’s unique biology and behavior

• Why it’s one of the most vulnerable birds in Africa

• African Parks’ groundbreaking captive rearing program

• The critical role of local communities in conservation

Discover what it takes to protect one of Africa’s most iconic — and endangered — birds.

Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/WBlidHaoxjk?si=VXbVsjUNgCqWVksD

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Watch the Previous Episodes:

Episode 1: A $1B Conservation Commitment | https://youtu.be/kLPMX0LT6e4?si=SYzyAxaSpHvpId63

Episode 2: Rewilding 2,000 Southern White Rhinos | https://youtu.be/EMt7qTEawfg?si=gr-QOOLanjyeg5ve

Episode 3: The Largest Land Mammal Migration on Earth | https://youtu.be/f_UvXzZkt_8?si=CRH49KtMv5jGkvWW

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Website: https://thegreenhourpodcast.com/

African Parks: https://www.africanparks.org/