CONSERVATION
The Pangolin Project
All 8 species of Pangolin are threatened with extinction due to threats of poaching, the international trade of pangolin scales and meat, and habitat loss. The Giant Ground Pangolin is generally considered to be at greatest risk of extinction as it inhabits Congo-Guinea forest mosaic habitats that are highly vulnerable to deforestation.
Their size and the corresponding size of their scales make them particularly vulnerable to poaching. Giant Pangolin are an incredibly gentle giant. Their scaly armour makes them seem an ethereal and otherworldly beast particularly as they are seen only at night and move surprisingly quickly and quietly, usually in forests.
Their size and the corresponding size of their scales make them particularly vulnerable to poaching. Giant Pangolin are an incredibly gentle giant. Their scaly armour makes them seem an ethereal and otherworldly beast particularly as they are seen only at night and move surprisingly quickly and quietly, usually in forests.
WHY IT MATTERS
Charcoal traders and logging brokers have accelerated the rate of deforestation and clear forest regardless of inhabitant species or status. Deforestation and change in land use reduces shelter and space for many creatures and reduces the availability of biomatter and food (ants and termites).
By June 2023 just a few blocks of intact forest greater than 200 acres remained in Nyekweri and the area was being increasingly fragmented by agriculture. Radical action was needed and our choice was either to catalyse change and lead the way to protect the forest and save the pangolin, or watch the population become extinct.
By June 2023 just a few blocks of intact forest greater than 200 acres remained in Nyekweri and the area was being increasingly fragmented by agriculture. Radical action was needed and our choice was either to catalyse change and lead the way to protect the forest and save the pangolin, or watch the population become extinct.
Our Ambition
Our immediate priortiy has been to halt deforestation as rapidly as possible and to then engage partners in a long term solution. The next stage is to secure 5,000 hectares for conservation and forest restoration and ensure a viable and thriving habitat for wildlife, while improving the livelihoods of those living alonside wildlife.
OUR ACTIONS TO ACHIEVE IT
IMPACT
80
The number of landowners that have entered into the agreement since December 2023.
70km
The amount of electric fencing that's been removed.
1553km
The distance The Pangolin Project has travelled, documenting wildlife since December 2023. 4 Giant Ground Pangolins continue to use the land in agreement.
PAST PARTNERSHIPS
Butterfly Conservation
Our Contribution
DFN Foundation has sponsored the Big Butterfly Count between 2021- 2024. It is an annual UK-wide survey run by Butterfly Conservation to help assess the health of our environment simply by counting and reporting the amount and type of butterflies and some day-flying moths seen in 15 minutes in gardens, parks or any green space.
Our Impact
The total number of butterflies counted during the official 3 week period of the Big Butterfly Count from 2010 - 2023 was over 11 million! (11,187,299).
• Each year the campaign helps Butterfly Conservation to recruit members and donors to join our engaged community of support. In 2023 we had 1,011 new members join during the campaign period.
• Social media reach during the campaign is 5 million users each year.
• Famous faces who have taken part, or supported the Big Butterfly Count over the last few years include His Majesty King Charles III, Her Royal Highness Princess Charlotte, Butterfly Conservation Vice President Chris Packham and even Winnie the Pooh!
• Each year the campaign helps Butterfly Conservation to recruit members and donors to join our engaged community of support. In 2023 we had 1,011 new members join during the campaign period.
• Social media reach during the campaign is 5 million users each year.
• Famous faces who have taken part, or supported the Big Butterfly Count over the last few years include His Majesty King Charles III, Her Royal Highness Princess Charlotte, Butterfly Conservation Vice President Chris Packham and even Winnie the Pooh!
Contact
Our registered office: Fivefields, 8-10 Grosvenor Gardens, London, SW1W 0DH
Phone: 02034323402info@dfnfoundation.org
Our registered office is:
Fivefields, 8-10 Grosvenor Gardens, London, SW1W 0DH
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Charities Commission
Please find our certificate from the Charities Commission here.