Iain Douglas-Hamilton: Elephant Conservation Pioneer Passes
Update: 2025-12-09
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Renowned elephant conservationist Iain Douglas-Hamilton, who dedicated his life to protecting these magnificent animals, passed away at age eighty-three in Kenya. His groundbreaking work, including developing tracking methods to safeguard elephants from poaching and the illegal ivory trade, led to the 1989 international ban on ivory trade. Despite ongoing threats, Douglas-Hamiltons advocacy resulted in the closure of domestic ivory markets in many countries, including China. His legacy of unwavering dedication and profound impact on wildlife conservation endures.
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