Sounds good! Love to hear more about it! 

Hi Matt!

I'm particularly very interested in joining this group. It's a very important topic and I already have so many questions and points to add.

Hope the others agree!

Hello WildLabs community!

My name is Dr. Tariq Ahmad, and I am actively engaged in the conservation of the Indian pangolin (Manis crassicaudata). As part of my research and fieldwork, I focus on understanding the ecology, habitat requirements, threats, and conservation challenges facing this iconic species.

The Indian pangolin is one of the most trafficked mammals in Asia, facing severe pressure from illegal trade and habitat loss. My work includes:

• 📍 Conducting field surveys and camera-trapping to assess pangolin distribution
• 📊 Analysing habitat suitability and threat patterns
• 🐾 Collaborating with local communities and stakeholders for conservation action
• 🧬 Publishing research to inform policy and protection strategies

I am passionate about translating science into practical conservation outcomes and engaging with global networks to support pangolin protection. I look forward to connecting with others working on pangolins, wildlife trafficking, biodiversity monitoring, and conservation technologies.

Feel free to reach out — I’d love to share insights, tools, and collaboration opportunities!

Warm regards,
Dr. Tariq Ahmad

Hi Mykhailo. That citizen science tool seems interesting. But, how do you expect people to detect microplastics (ranging from 1 µm to 5 mm in size)?

I'm not involved with this, but I just learned about Sea Shepherd today and their project to fight illegal octopus trapping. Sorry I can't help with an intro, but it would be a very cool story to share if you can get in touch! 



 

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Amazing!

Found your instagram page and have been scrolling all morning ( most educative doomscrolling I've done so far😂). Love it, am seeing sea creatures I've never seen.

Wonderful work! Would you be interested in documenting a story about afforestation from the Pacific Ocean to the Himalayas (Indus River focus)? 

I’m interested in doing an expedition documentary bridging mythology and conservation with a YouTuber to help bring awareness towards forest conservation all along the river. The focus is water and water wildlife.

Hi Macayle! My assumption is that this is an in-person only event...yes? If there is an option to join remotely or listen in, please do follow up and share with our Community! I would personally love to attend, and I am sure many others would as well! And if there may be any content that is publicized post the event, please do share that as well. :) Sounds like a fantastic initiative -- thank you for sharing! Cheers!

Hello Macayle

It is of great pleasure that there is this opportunity coming to East Africa. I would like to attend this. Do you have any recommendation for funding  a student to attend such a forum? I will share this opportunity with our East Africa WhatsApp group too.

Hi Macayle

Are these two different forums; one in Mombasa and other in Nairobi? can you make me understand please?

Hi Lars,

Thanks for inquiring! Our team's capacity has been stretched the past few months with other time-sensitive initiatives (like the upcoming International Conservation Tech Conference!) so we haven't been able to dedicate time to editing the last Variety Hour videos. We are working to get these posted as soon as we can. 

Thanks so much for your patience!

-the WILDLABS team