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Investigate wildlife charities and pressure groups you may like to support. One starting point is the BBC's Saving Planet Earth series. |
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Don't buy ivory. If there was no market for it, the poachers would have no incentive to kill elephants. |
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You could consider going on an elephant trek - but check the company's credentials first. Responsible tourism can help to save some of the world's most endangered species by promoting the conservation of wildlife and important habitats and providing a source of income for local communities. |
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Find out more about elephants. Read books, get in touch with conservation organisations and search the internet for information. The more informed you are, the more you will be able to help. |
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Get involved in fund raising activities. |
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Draw attention to the problems that elephants face in the wild. Tell your friends and family about the situation. |
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