Poaching Causing Decline in Elephants

The video highlights the severe poaching crisis facing Gabon's forest elephants, driven by the demand for ivory, particularly in China. It discusses the emotional impact on conservationists and the efforts to use DNA fingerprinting to track ivory. Gabon's president advocates for global zero tolerance towards poaching, urging countries to treat elephants with the same respect as pandas. The video concludes with a call for immediate action to prevent the extinction of these majestic creatures.

Discuss the significance of the London Conference in relation to elephant conservation efforts.

What actions are being proposed to combat the illegal ivory trade?