Conservation Across Africa: Shoebill Conservation in Bangweulu with Maggie Hirschauer
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Episode 4 | Conservation Across Africa – A Series with African Parks
In this episode, we’re joined by Maggie Hirschauer, Shoebill Program Manager at African Parks, to explore one of the most fascinating and elusive birds in Africa — the Shoebill.
Found in the remote Bangweulu Wetlands of Zambia, the Shoebill is known for its prehistoric appearance, massive bill, and mysterious behavior.
We dive into:
• The Shoebill’s unique biology and behavior
• Why it’s one of the most vulnerable birds in Africa
• African Parks’ groundbreaking captive rearing program
• The critical role of local communities in conservation
Discover what it takes to protect one of Africa’s most iconic — and endangered — birds.
Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/WBlidHaoxjk?si=VXbVsjUNgCqWVksD
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Watch the Previous Episodes:
Episode 1: A $1B Conservation Commitment | https://youtu.be/kLPMX0LT6e4?si=SYzyAxaSpHvpId63
Episode 2: Rewilding 2,000 Southern White Rhinos | https://youtu.be/EMt7qTEawfg?si=gr-QOOLanjyeg5ve
Episode 3: The Largest Land Mammal Migration on Earth | https://youtu.be/f_UvXzZkt_8?si=CRH49KtMv5jGkvWW
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Website: https://thegreenhourpodcast.com/
African Parks: https://www.africanparks.org/
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