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David Shepherd Wildlife Foundation advocates 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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DSWF was founded by the late, great wildlife artist and conservationist David Shepherd in 1984.
About David Shepherd
DSWF was founded by the late, great wildlife artist and conservationist David Shepherd in 1984.
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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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David Shepherd Wildlife Foundation has a rich art heritage thanks to our founder, the late great conservationist and wildlife artist, David Shepherd.
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Global Canvas 2024
Inviting young people to enter their masterpieces to this year's art competition
Wildlife Artist of the Year 2024
Internationally renowned wildlife art competition returns for another year.

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David Shepherd Wildlife Foundation

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Guildford, Surrey
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Tel: 01483 272323
Email: dswf@davidshepherd.org

UK Registered Charity: No. 1106893
Registered (England & Wales): No. 4918382

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