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Prince William's 'Guardians' Docuseries Highlights Perils of Wildlife Conservation

The six-part series, premiering May 23 on BBC Earth's YouTube channel, sheds light on the dangerous yet vital work of wildlife rangers globally.

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Britain's William, Prince of Wales, attends a Service of Thanksgiving to mark the 80th Anniversary of VE Day at Westminster Abbey, in London, Britain May 8, 2025. JULIAN SIMMONDS/Pool via REUTERS/File Photo
Rangers work around the clock to protect, rescue and rehabilitate critically endangered rhinos from daily poaching threats.
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Overview

  • Prince William's 'Guardians' series aims to spotlight the critical and high-risk roles of wildlife rangers protecting endangered species and ecosystems.
  • The series, developed by United for Wildlife, features six concise episodes showcasing conservation efforts across diverse global regions, including the Congo rainforest and Indian Himalayas.
  • The first episode focuses on reformed poacher Modiki Claver, now a ranger in Dzanga-Sangha, highlighting personal transformation and conservation challenges.
  • United for Wildlife has also introduced initiatives like the 'Nature Protectors' insurance scheme, supporting 10,000 African rangers over five years.
  • Prince William cites David Attenborough as an inspiration and hopes the series will bring visibility to rangers as essential protectors of the natural world.