Despite the recovery of some elephant populations after the ivory-ban in 1989, the total number of elephants across the continent is actually half what it was estimated to have been 40 years ago.

Wildlife Gallery
From elephants to lions, bongos to shoebills, Africa boasts some of the world’s most recognizable wildlife, and some of the world’s most exotic. AWF’s Wildlife Library serves as a valuable resource whether you are a student, a curious naturalist, or planning a visit to Africa. The Wildlife Gallery contains useful information about a wide array of African animals and their habitats, behavior, diet, and the threats facing them today.