CLEAN : PROFILE: Kenyan conservationist Richard Leakey

The video discusses the importance of changing public perception about ivory, emphasizing that it should only be valued when on an animal and not as a trade commodity. It highlights the challenges posed by both legal and illegal ivory markets, exacerbated by corruption and porous borders, which threaten elephant populations. The video calls for global support to end the ivory trade. It also touches on environmental issues, including the impact of hydroelectric power and the threat of water scarcity. Finally, it stresses the importance of conserving unique biodiversity and heritage sites, particularly in Kenya.

What role does public awareness play in conservation efforts according to the text?

What is the significance of ivory in relation to wildlife conservation?

How does the illegal ivory trade impact elephant populations?

What are the main threats to water resources mentioned in the text?

Why is biodiversity important in the context of conservation efforts?