Adopt a Snow Leopard
(From WWF Adopt an Animal)
Adopt a Snow Leopard with WWF and protect this beautiful animal. There are thought to be as few as 4,000 still living in the wild and they are at threat from poachers, loss of prey, and conflict with humans. A small monthly donation can help to train and equip anti-poaching patrols, work with local communities to monitor snow leopard movement, start programmes to increase numbers in the wild, reduce human and snow leopard conflict plus lots more.
The snow leopard is a powerful, captivating and incredibly athletic animal. They have been known to travel up to 40km a night and leap as far as 15 metres. They truly are one of natures great wonders. Help WWF to protect this endangered big cat.
The Recipient of the Charity Gift Gets
- beautiful cuddly toy and print of your animal
- gift pack including a greeting card, certificate, facts about the species and tips on a 'greener' lifestyle
- Wild World magazine delivered 3 times a year plus regular updates on your chosen animal
- Perfect as a Last minute gift Even if you order late you can get a certificate to print or email to give on the day!
Delivery Info
By Post :
Standard Post offers FREE delivery to a UK address and the pack is dispatched within 3 days but please allow up to 10 days for delivery
Express Delivery costs £7.50 if you order before 2pm Monday - Thursday.
Last Minute Gift? :
Receive a gift certificate to print or email up to the big day!
About WWF Adoptions
For a small regular monthly fee you can Adopt an Animal with WWF for yourself or a friend which will help to safeguard the future of your selected species and their habitat. Animal adoptions make great charity gifts and are also an excellent way to show your support to the worlds wildlife and help to fund the work WWF does on conservation. You can also support their great work with a WWF Membership or by choosing from one of their selection of charity gifts at the WWF Shop.WWF Charity Information
WWF are the worlds largest independent environmental organisation. Originating in the UK where they were formed in 1961 they are now active all over the world. As a charity the WWF rely heavily on donations from members and supporters.WWF Facts
- a truly global network who are active in over than 100 countries
- a science-based organisation who tackle issues including the survival of species and habitats, climate change, sustainable business and environmental education
- over five million supporters worldwide
- 90 per cent of their income comes from donations from people and the business community
WWF's Mission
WWF are on a mission to stop the degradation of the planet's natural environment. They want to build a future in which we can live in harmony with nature. It's a simple mission statement but difficult to achieve. They aim to use their practical experience and knowledge to find and implement long term solutions. They have set out some clear pointers to help achieve their goal.- Conserve the world's biological diversity.
- Campaign for the use of renewable and sustainable resources.
- Reduce pollution and wasteful consumption.
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