A new era for wildlife photography has dawned, with a global project calling attention to the animals that are on the brink of extinction. The "New Big Five," a term coined by British photographer Graeme Green, is a list of five iconic species whose survival hangs in the balance.
In 2021, 50,000 people worldwide voted for the animals they would most like to see photographed or photograph themselves with. And what emerged was a diverse and intriguing group: elephants, polar bears, lions, gorillas, and tigers – all quintessential representatives of a world on the cusp of ecological catastrophe.
A new book, "The New Big Five," brings together breathtaking images from renowned wildlife photographers like Ami Vitale, Steve McCurry, Paul Nicklen, and others. These photographs serve not only as stunning portraits of majestic creatures but also as powerful tools for raising awareness about the urgent need to protect them.
According to Green, the book is more than just a visually stunning tribute; it's an impassioned plea to inspire action in the face of accelerating environmental degradation. He argues that by sharing these stories and showcasing the beauty of endangered species, we can spark a global response to the plight of wildlife on our planet.
One million animal and plant species are facing extinction at an unprecedented rate, according to the United Nations. The "New Big Five" are just a few examples of the countless lives threatened by human activity, climate change, pollution, and other forms of environmental destruction.
By featuring stories of conservation efforts and highlighting the crucial role that indigenous communities play in safeguarding biodiversity, Green's project underscores the need for collective action to preserve our planet's precious natural resources.
"The New Big Five" is more than a book; it's an urgent call to save the creatures we have come to love, admire, and protect.
In 2021, 50,000 people worldwide voted for the animals they would most like to see photographed or photograph themselves with. And what emerged was a diverse and intriguing group: elephants, polar bears, lions, gorillas, and tigers – all quintessential representatives of a world on the cusp of ecological catastrophe.
A new book, "The New Big Five," brings together breathtaking images from renowned wildlife photographers like Ami Vitale, Steve McCurry, Paul Nicklen, and others. These photographs serve not only as stunning portraits of majestic creatures but also as powerful tools for raising awareness about the urgent need to protect them.
According to Green, the book is more than just a visually stunning tribute; it's an impassioned plea to inspire action in the face of accelerating environmental degradation. He argues that by sharing these stories and showcasing the beauty of endangered species, we can spark a global response to the plight of wildlife on our planet.
One million animal and plant species are facing extinction at an unprecedented rate, according to the United Nations. The "New Big Five" are just a few examples of the countless lives threatened by human activity, climate change, pollution, and other forms of environmental destruction.
By featuring stories of conservation efforts and highlighting the crucial role that indigenous communities play in safeguarding biodiversity, Green's project underscores the need for collective action to preserve our planet's precious natural resources.
"The New Big Five" is more than a book; it's an urgent call to save the creatures we have come to love, admire, and protect.
the new big five list has got me thinking... did u know that 50k ppl voted for these iconic species in 2021? 
elephants gettin over 1.4m votes btw! 
anyway, it's like we're facin a crisis with animal extinction & climate change is the main culprit 
we gotta do better! 
I'm so down for this project! It's time we take action on animal extinction. The "New Big Five" has me intrigued... I wanna see these animals up close & personal 
. It's crazy how much of our planet is threatened by human activity 
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! i mean, can u believe 50k people voted for these animals?! elephants, polar bears, lions... they all deserve our help 
. and the fact that it's an implored plea to take action is so on point 
. we need more of this kinda awareness and love for nature 
. the stats are just mind-boggling tho, 1 mil species facing extinction... its heartbreaking 
. lets all do our part and support these conservation efforts 
! It's about time we raise awareness about the animals that are literally on the brink of extinction 
. I mean, 1 million species facing extinction is just wild (pun intended) 
. But for real though, we need more stories like this being shared and more people getting involved in conservation efforts 
. We gotta make a change, you know? The future of our planet is at stake 
I gotta disagree with this whole "New Big Five" thing... what's next? Are we gonna start calling out endangered species by name just because they're cute? 
Elephants, polar bears, lions, gorillas, and tigers - who cares if they're dying off? It's just animals, you know? We can't save 'em all. What about the ones that don't get photos taken of them? 
Are we just gonna ignore 'em too? And another thing, 50k people voting for their favorite species is pretty shallow if you ask me... what about the actual work being done to help these creatures? 
We're talking about 50,000 people voting for their favorite animals, which is cool and all, but what's the real plan of action here? Are we just gonna be posting pretty pics on Instagram and calling it a day? 
I mean, 1 million in trouble and only now are we talking about it? What can we do differently this time? 
I'm so done with people thinking wildlife photography can just be about pretty pictures 
. It's time to shift the focus from selfies with wildlife to actual action 
. We can't just take pretty pics and call it a day; we gotta make some serious noise about conservation 
. Indigenous communities have been doing this for ages, and now it's our turn to listen 
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. And can you imagine seeing these iconic animals up close through the lens of some amazing photographers? It's like, it's one thing to hear about how endangered they are, but to actually see their beauty and majesty on display... it gives me chills 
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. Like, we need to wake up and realize the impact our actions are having on the planet, you know? It's easy to feel powerless, but if images like these can inspire us to make a change... then I'm all for it 
. One million species on the brink of extinction? That's just crazy 
i mean who wouldn't want to see these majestic creatures roaming free on our planet? elephants and polar bears and lions and gorillas and tigers... they're all just so beautiful and powerful 