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We advocate for the conservation of all wildlife and wild spaces.
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Elephants
In the last 40 years, African elephant populations have declined by 40%.
Elephants
Tigers
Global tiger populations have plummeted by an alarming 96%.
Tigers
Lions
In just 20 years the population of African lions has fallen by 43%.
Lions
Snow Leopards
Scientists estimate that between 4000 – 6,500 snow leopards remain in the wild.
Snow Leopards
Chimpanzees
One chimpanzee is poached every four hours to satisfy consumer demand.
Chimpanzees
Painted Dogs
Today, just 6,600 painted dogs remain in the wild.
Painted Dogs
Rhinos
More than 8,800 African rhinos have slaughtered by poachers in the last 10 years.
Rhinos
Pangolins
All eight species of pangolins are now threatened with extinction.
Pangolins
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Established in 1984, David Shepherd Wildlife Foundation was set up to help turn the tide on species extinction.
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Conservation
David Shepherd Wildlife Foundation works tirelessly to fund ground-based conservation partners across Africa and Asia who work to protect endangered species.
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The purpose of the David Shepherd Wildlife Foundation education programme is to support children and young people to become effective advocates for wildlife conservation and biodiversity.
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We host two major annual competitions that celebrate our roots in art, and the powerful role it plays in wildlife conservation.
Wildlife Artist of the Year 2026
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For Educators
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Free Education Resources
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Key Stage Talks
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Curriculum Links
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Secondary Biodiversity Teaching Resources
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Institute for Research In Schools
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For Young People
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DSWF Book Club
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Art & Craft Activities
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Careers In Conservation
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Green Ideas
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Learn About Species
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Elephant Facts for Kids
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Lion Facts for Kids
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Tiger Facts for Kids
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Chimp Facts for Kids
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Rhino Facts for Kids
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Pangolin Facts for Kids
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Painted Dog Facts for Kids
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Snow Leopard Facts for Kids
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Wildlife Art
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Buy wildlife art for conservation
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Partner Wildlife Artists
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Wildlife Art Ambassadors
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David Shepherd Art
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David Shepherd Original Artworks
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David Shepherd Paintings & Prints
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Competitions
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Wildlife Artist of the Year 2026
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