Protect Pangolins. Restore Forest. Empower People
Act Now to Protect One of the Rarest Creatures on Earth and the Unique Ecosystem They Represent
Your contribution can halt deforestation, protect pangolins, and secure livelihoods
The Urgent Need:
Pangolins on the Brink of Extinction
The Nyekweri Forest in Kenya is the last stronghold of the Giant Ground Pangolin, the world's most trafficked mammal. Only 30 individuals remain, and they face imminent threats from electric fencing, habitat destruction, and poaching. Without immediate action, these gentle giants will vanish, along with the forest they call home
Our Mission
Impact: You Can Be the Solution
How You Can Make a Difference
By supporting The Pangolin Project, you are not just saving a species—you are protecting an entire ecosystem. Your donation will help:
Remove deadly electric fences that are killing two pangolins every month.
Stop deforestation in the 10,000 hectares of the Nyekweri Forest, home to elephants, giraffes, and over 25% of the bird species in the Greater Mara Ecosystem.
Enable local communities to become the stewards of this biodiversity, ensuring that conservation supports livelihoods and future generations.
Why Now?
The Forest is on the Edge of Collapse……
80%
80% of the Nyekweri Forest has been lost
Since 2010, 80% of the Nyekweri Forest has been lost due to agricultural expansion, charcoal production, and land subdivision
1400
over 1400 hectares has been protected
But there is hope. Our work has already slowed deforestation and secured short-term protection for over 1,400 hectares of forest. With your help, we can secure long-term conservation leases and begin the process of forest restoration
1450+
Engaged 1,450 households
And 8,000 people in conservation education
August 2024
“The Nyekweri ecosystem is a forest, and it is essentially a coral reef. It holds more biodiversity than the rest of the Mara put together. And yet sadly, because it was not formally protected, it is under massive threats. 80% of the forest has been destroyed and only 30 pangolins we estimate remain in the area today.”
Dr Claire Okell - CEO The Pangolin Project
The Impact of Your Support
Real Change is Happening
Thanks to those like you, we've:
Engaged 1,450 households and 8,000 people in conservation education.
Begun restoring 4,000 hectares of forest, creating a sustainable future for both wildlife and local people.
Your continued support can tip the balance in favour of survival—not just for pangolins but for the entire ecosystem.
Comprehensive Conservation Focus:
Unlike many organizations, The Pangolin Project is dedicated to protecting both pangolins and the habitats they depend on. This dual focus ensures that we address the root causes of their endangerment and create sustainable environments for their survival.
Biodiversity Hotspot Conservation:
The regions where TPP operates are among the richest in biodiversity. By supporting us, you're not just saving the pangolin but also preserving a multitude of other crucial flora and fauna, ensuring the health of entire ecosystems.
Holistic Approach to Habitat Protection
While many organizations focus on individual species monitoring, TPP goes further by actively protecting habitats, establishing management and governance systems, and working with communities to restore and monitor these ecosystems accurately. This comprehensive approach sets us apart.
Partner for the Long Term
The Pangolin Project is committed to long-term conservation. Our team members live in the areas we serve. We've secured numerous land leases, and our 2023 Legacy Programme workshops alongside Legado marked the first time the community's opinions were sought for local conservation efforts. We are here to stay, working hand in hand with local communities to create lasting impact.