Infant chimps are often captured for the exotic pet trade. The biggest threat to chimpanzees is the illegal wildlife trade. Human encroachment into the forest means chimps are now threatened by the localised bushmeat trade and human borne diseases like Ebola. Whilst eastern chimpanzees (made famous by Dr Jane Goodall) are exceptionally well-studied, western chimps require more attention.Ĭhimpanzees, along with bonobos, are man’s closest living relatives, we share 98% of DNA with chimpanzees but with human population growth, we are struggling to share resources as we encroach on vital chimpanzee habitats. This the most recent species to be included in our conservation portfolio. With £10 per month (or £60 per year) alternative livelihood programmes could be developed, empowering local communities to live sustainable lives.ĭSWF has been protecting western chimpanzees since 2018.Only £5 per month (or £47 per year) could help engage adults and children in Guinea to raise awareness and promote human wildlife co-existence.Just £3 per month (or £36 per year) could help protect and preserve key chimpanzee habitats in the High Niger National Park.Alternatively, if you have an existing DSWF adoption, you can renew this via a monthly payment or a one off payment. Both offer differing pack options such as a physical pack by post (with or without a toy) to a UK address or a digital pack via email (does not include sketch or toy). If you would like to adopt a chimpanzee, you can choose a regular monthly payment or a one off payment. Optional unique hand knitted toy made by Little Ndaba, a women’s community group in Zambia.A beautiful chimpanzee sketch print by wildlife artist Mandy Shepherd.An adoption folder containing personalised certificate, species fact sheet, animal bio sheet and photo.Engage school groups living alongside chimps to foster a more positive perception of wildlife and the natural world.Protect future generations of chimpanzees by rescuing illegally trafficked chimps.Fight for an end to the illegal wildlife trade and reduce the demand for chimpanzees as pets.
With one chimpanzee being poached every four hours to satisfy consumer demand.Īdopt a chimpanzee today, and help David Shepherd Wildlife Foundation (DSWF) as we: In the last six years, over 14,000 chimpanzees have been lost to the illegal wildlife trade.
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