African Elephant, Species

The African Elephant population that once showed promising signs of recovery, could be at risk due to the recent surge in poaching for the illegal ivory trade. Learn more about the African elephant, as well as the threats this species faces, what WWF is doing to protect its future, and how you can help.

Following population declines over several decades due to poaching

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