Iain Douglas-Hamilton: A Giant of Elephant Conservation

Iain Douglas-Hamilton, a pioneering elephant conservationist, passed away at 83. He dedicated his life to studying and protecting African elephants, contributing to the international ban on ivory trade. Prince William praised him, sharing personal memories. Born in 1942, Douglas-Hamilton began his journey in biology and zoology, eventually founding Save the Elephants in 1993. His work led to significant international agreements, including a near-total ban on ivory import and export in China and the US in 2015. His son-in-law noted his impact on humans and elephants worldwide. The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.