In this episode of Pet News, Colleen speak to Nathan Webb of Antelope Park in the Southern African country of Zimbabwe. Nathan has spent the last 15 years working with captive bred lions. We learn how he and his team have developed a multi-step, multi-generational program to release lions back into the wild; it is truly groundbreaking work!  There is no question that the lion is one of the most powerful symbols used the world over. From family crests to Lionsgate film, it is a status symbol that is instantly recognizable. Lions are an even more essential part of the world ecosystem than we realize. Please listen as we discuss the rapid decline of the number of lions in the wild due to the human wildlife conflict, canned hunting and the trafficking of all kinds of animals. We also discuss the unique challenges lions face in the wild, and as game for canned “hunters” where they have literally no chance at survival.  It is truly inspiring how Nathan is fixing some of the issues in his country to make it better for this beautiful species, we hope you enjoy it!

What do you think on their approach to this problem? 

What would you do to help fix the decline in exotic wildlife? 

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