With a BSc in Zoology, Olivia is passionate about connecting people with nature to create a sustainable future.
As 2018 comes to a close, we look back at some of your favourite @FaunaFloraInt Instagram posts from the year…
1. Snow leopard
View this post on Instagram Snow leopards live in the harsh, mountainous areas of central Asia and keep warm by wrapping their long tails around their bodies when they sleep. These incredible #bigcats are threatened by the #illegalwildlifetrade. As their natural prey diminishes they are also coming into increasing conflict with livestock owners as they look for alternative food sources. Like this photo to raise awareness of the beautiful #snowleopard this #WorldWildlifeDay! Photo credit: Emmanuel Keller – www.flickr.com/tambako A post shared by Fauna & Flora International (@faunafloraint) on Mar 3, 2018 at 3:55am PST
Snow leopards live in the harsh, mountainous areas of central Asia and keep warm by wrapping their long tails around their bodies when they sleep. These incredible #bigcats are threatened by the #illegalwildlifetrade. As their natural prey diminishes they are also coming into increasing conflict with livestock owners as they look for alternative food sources. Like this photo to raise awareness of the beautiful #snowleopard this #WorldWildlifeDay! Photo credit: Emmanuel Keller – www.flickr.com/tambako
A post shared by Fauna & Flora International (@faunafloraint) on Mar 3, 2018 at 3:55am PST
2. African elephant
View this post on Instagram The #Africanelephant is the largest living terrestrial mammal. Traditionally the major cause of the species’ decline has been #poaching for ivory. While this still remains a threat, other issues caused by rapid human population growth have emerged. These include habitat loss, fragmentation and the development of agricultural land, which have all led to an increase in conflict between humans and #elephants. Photo credit: Juan Pablo Moreiras/Northern Rangelands Trust #elephantconservation #humanwildlifeconflict A post shared by Fauna & Flora International (@faunafloraint) on Apr 16, 2018 at 7:55am PDT
The #Africanelephant is the largest living terrestrial mammal. Traditionally the major cause of the species’ decline has been #poaching for ivory. While this still remains a threat, other issues caused by rapid human population growth have emerged. These include habitat loss, fragmentation and the development of agricultural land, which have all led to an increase in conflict between humans and #elephants. Photo credit: Juan Pablo Moreiras/Northern Rangelands Trust #elephantconservation #humanwildlifeconflict
A post shared by Fauna & Flora International (@faunafloraint) on Apr 16, 2018 at 7:55am PDT
3. Whale shark
View this post on Instagram Whale sharks might be the world’s largest fish but they are gentle giants. Happy #InternationalWhaleSharkDay! • Photo credit: Simon Pierce #whaleshark #IYOR A post shared by Fauna & Flora International (@faunafloraint) on Aug 30, 2018 at 4:19am PDT
Whale sharks might be the world’s largest fish but they are gentle giants. Happy #InternationalWhaleSharkDay! • Photo credit: Simon Pierce #whaleshark #IYOR
A post shared by Fauna & Flora International (@faunafloraint) on Aug 30, 2018 at 4:19am PDT
4. Saiga
View this post on Instagram The saiga antelope is superbly adapted to the harsh conditions of the semi-desert grasslands of Central Asia. These unusual #antelopes have a distinctive large nose and live in what used to be vast nomadic herds, but sadly their numbers are plummeting and they are now critically endangered. Photo credit: Victor Tyakht/Adobe Stock #saigaantelope #unusualanimals A post shared by Fauna & Flora International (@faunafloraint) on Jul 9, 2018 at 7:55am PDT
The saiga antelope is superbly adapted to the harsh conditions of the semi-desert grasslands of Central Asia. These unusual #antelopes have a distinctive large nose and live in what used to be vast nomadic herds, but sadly their numbers are plummeting and they are now critically endangered. Photo credit: Victor Tyakht/Adobe Stock #saigaantelope #unusualanimals
A post shared by Fauna & Flora International (@faunafloraint) on Jul 9, 2018 at 7:55am PDT
5. Mountain gorilla
View this post on Instagram Through the International Gorilla Conservation Programme, we are ensuring the survival of #mountaingorillas and their forest habitat. Active conservation includes support for law enforcement and harmonised policy across the three countries where mountain gorillas are found, regular monitoring and census counts, strong programmes to engage local communities in the protection of #gorillas, and working with businesses including tourism initiatives to ensure that they follow best-practice guidelines and minimise risk to the species. Photo credit: Juan Pablo Moreiras/FFI #mountaingorilla #gorillaconservation A post shared by Fauna & Flora International (@faunafloraint) on Mar 6, 2018 at 8:55am PST
Through the International Gorilla Conservation Programme, we are ensuring the survival of #mountaingorillas and their forest habitat. Active conservation includes support for law enforcement and harmonised policy across the three countries where mountain gorillas are found, regular monitoring and census counts, strong programmes to engage local communities in the protection of #gorillas, and working with businesses including tourism initiatives to ensure that they follow best-practice guidelines and minimise risk to the species. Photo credit: Juan Pablo Moreiras/FFI #mountaingorilla #gorillaconservation
A post shared by Fauna & Flora International (@faunafloraint) on Mar 6, 2018 at 8:55am PST
6. African wild dogs
View this post on Instagram African #wilddogs are among the most effective predators in the world. They use extraordinary cooperation and teamwork to pursue and bring down their prey. Sadly, #Africanwilddogs are under threat due to the rapid increase in human settlements and infrastructure development that are encroaching on their traditional range. We are supporting wild dog conservation in Kenya’s @olpejeta which has witnessed remarkable success in recent years. Photo credit: Ian Aitken A post shared by Fauna & Flora International (@faunafloraint) on Mar 13, 2018 at 8:55am PDT
African #wilddogs are among the most effective predators in the world. They use extraordinary cooperation and teamwork to pursue and bring down their prey. Sadly, #Africanwilddogs are under threat due to the rapid increase in human settlements and infrastructure development that are encroaching on their traditional range. We are supporting wild dog conservation in Kenya’s @olpejeta which has witnessed remarkable success in recent years. Photo credit: Ian Aitken
A post shared by Fauna & Flora International (@faunafloraint) on Mar 13, 2018 at 8:55am PDT
7. Grandidier’s baobab
View this post on Instagram This strange yet magnificent tree is found only on the island of Madagascar. Grandidier’s baobabs have huge trunks that can grow up to three metres across, and the baobab’s flowers are pollinated by bats and nocturnal lemurs. Sadly, these extraordinary trees are endangered. Photo credit: Richard Jenkins #baobabtree #grandidiersbaobab #madagascarbaobab #faunaflora A post shared by Fauna & Flora International (@faunafloraint) on Jul 18, 2018 at 7:05am PDT
This strange yet magnificent tree is found only on the island of Madagascar. Grandidier’s baobabs have huge trunks that can grow up to three metres across, and the baobab’s flowers are pollinated by bats and nocturnal lemurs. Sadly, these extraordinary trees are endangered. Photo credit: Richard Jenkins #baobabtree #grandidiersbaobab #madagascarbaobab #faunaflora
A post shared by Fauna & Flora International (@faunafloraint) on Jul 18, 2018 at 7:05am PDT
8. Red-shanked doucs
View this post on Instagram A trio of one of the most colourful primate species – the red-shanked douc – found in Vietnam! • Most people are unaware of Vietnam’s incredible wildlife – including its 25 primate species – so a crucial part of conserving these primates is raising awareness of their existence. • Photo credit: Hoang Ha #douclangur #redshankeddouc #endangeredprimates A post shared by Fauna & Flora International (@faunafloraint) on Nov 23, 2018 at 7:55am PST
A trio of one of the most colourful primate species – the red-shanked douc – found in Vietnam! • Most people are unaware of Vietnam’s incredible wildlife – including its 25 primate species – so a crucial part of conserving these primates is raising awareness of their existence. • Photo credit: Hoang Ha #douclangur #redshankeddouc #endangeredprimates
A post shared by Fauna & Flora International (@faunafloraint) on Nov 23, 2018 at 7:55am PST
9. Clown fish
View this post on Instagram #Clownfish in Mabul island, Malaysia. Photo credit: Simon J Pierce #IYOR2018 #ConnectToNature A post shared by Fauna & Flora International (@faunafloraint) on Jul 4, 2018 at 7:55am PDT
#Clownfish in Mabul island, Malaysia. Photo credit: Simon J Pierce #IYOR2018 #ConnectToNature
A post shared by Fauna & Flora International (@faunafloraint) on Jul 4, 2018 at 7:55am PDT
10. Iberian lynx
View this post on Instagram Photographed here is the world’s most endangered cat – the #Iberianlynx. This wild cat is critically endangered due to habitat loss (its scrubland home has been converted to agriculture and plantations), lack of prey and illegal hunting. Photo credit: Iberian lynx ex-situ captive breeding centre, Andalusia, Spain #rarestcat A post shared by Fauna & Flora International (@faunafloraint) on Jun 30, 2018 at 4:05am PDT
Photographed here is the world’s most endangered cat – the #Iberianlynx. This wild cat is critically endangered due to habitat loss (its scrubland home has been converted to agriculture and plantations), lack of prey and illegal hunting. Photo credit: Iberian lynx ex-situ captive breeding centre, Andalusia, Spain #rarestcat
A post shared by Fauna & Flora International (@faunafloraint) on Jun 30, 2018 at 4:05am PDT
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