A New Era for Conservation: The Rise of 'The New Big 5'
In a bid to shift focus from trophy hunting to wildlife conservation, renowned photographer Graeme Green has launched "The New Big 5," a groundbreaking photography project that aims to raise awareness about endangered species and inspire action. Originally used by big game hunters in Africa, the term has been reimagined as a global initiative to promote wildlife preservation.
The project, which began with an online poll involving over 50,000 people worldwide, selected five iconic animals – elephant, polar bear, lion, gorilla, and tiger – as the first representatives of what Green terms "the New Big 5." The selection process was based on public votes, highlighting the collective concern for these species' welfare.
The photography book, "The New Big 5: A Global Photography Project For Endangered Wildlife," features stunning images from some of the world's top wildlife photographers, including Ami Vitale, Steve McCurry, and Paul Nicklen. The collection is accompanied by essays and stories from prominent conservationists and activists, such as Jane Goodall.
Green's vision for the project encompasses a broader message: highlighting the urgent need to protect endangered species due to climate change, habitat loss, pollution, and poaching. He believes that this visual representation will not only showcase these magnificent creatures but also encourage viewers to take action in preserving wildlife populations worldwide.
The initiative marks a significant shift from traditional approaches to conservation, which often focus on individual species rather than the broader ecosystem. By showcasing the five selected animals together, Green aims to convey the interconnectedness of all living beings and emphasize the critical need for collective responsibility.
According to UN statistics, nature is declining at an unprecedented rate, with around one million animal and plant species facing extinction. The "New Big 5" initiative serves as a timely reminder of this alarming situation, sparking hope that by uniting through images and stories, we can collectively drive positive change.
"The New Big 5: A Global Photography Project For Endangered Wildlife," published by Earth Aware Editions, is set to be released on April 4, 2023. The project's release coincides with World Earth Day, underscoring the urgent need for global action in protecting our planet's precious biodiversity.
In a bid to shift focus from trophy hunting to wildlife conservation, renowned photographer Graeme Green has launched "The New Big 5," a groundbreaking photography project that aims to raise awareness about endangered species and inspire action. Originally used by big game hunters in Africa, the term has been reimagined as a global initiative to promote wildlife preservation.
The project, which began with an online poll involving over 50,000 people worldwide, selected five iconic animals – elephant, polar bear, lion, gorilla, and tiger – as the first representatives of what Green terms "the New Big 5." The selection process was based on public votes, highlighting the collective concern for these species' welfare.
The photography book, "The New Big 5: A Global Photography Project For Endangered Wildlife," features stunning images from some of the world's top wildlife photographers, including Ami Vitale, Steve McCurry, and Paul Nicklen. The collection is accompanied by essays and stories from prominent conservationists and activists, such as Jane Goodall.
Green's vision for the project encompasses a broader message: highlighting the urgent need to protect endangered species due to climate change, habitat loss, pollution, and poaching. He believes that this visual representation will not only showcase these magnificent creatures but also encourage viewers to take action in preserving wildlife populations worldwide.
The initiative marks a significant shift from traditional approaches to conservation, which often focus on individual species rather than the broader ecosystem. By showcasing the five selected animals together, Green aims to convey the interconnectedness of all living beings and emphasize the critical need for collective responsibility.
According to UN statistics, nature is declining at an unprecedented rate, with around one million animal and plant species facing extinction. The "New Big 5" initiative serves as a timely reminder of this alarming situation, sparking hope that by uniting through images and stories, we can collectively drive positive change.
"The New Big 5: A Global Photography Project For Endangered Wildlife," published by Earth Aware Editions, is set to be released on April 4, 2023. The project's release coincides with World Earth Day, underscoring the urgent need for global action in protecting our planet's precious biodiversity.
graeme green is a total game changer and i love how he got ppl involved thru that online poll it was so cool to see all the pics of these animals together, its like they're saying "hey humans we gotta work together 2 protect us" 
anyway can't wait 4 the book release on april 4th 
"The New Big 5" is like a wake-up call for us all to take action on conservation. I mean, think about it - we have this amazing collection of images that showcase these incredible creatures and highlight the impact of climate change, habitat loss, etc. on their populations. It's not just about saving the elephants or polar bears (although they're awesome too 
), it's about showing us how all our actions affect the planet and its inhabitants.
. It's not like it's gonna save the world or anything, but hey, every little bit counts, right? I mean, using a term that was originally used for trophy hunting and flipping it to promote conservation is a pretty clever move. But let's get real, 50k people voting on which animals should be part of this project? That's some serious bias if you ask me 
. I mean, what about the okapi or the aye-aye? Don't they deserve some love too? 
. And another thing, is it really that hard to protect these animals when we're all busy taking selfies with them on Instagram? 
I guess the visuals will help, but let's not get too caught up in aesthetics and forget about the real issues at hand... like climate change, for instance 
. Anyway, I hope this project does bring some attention to these amazing creatures, even if it's just a small step towards making a difference 
! The idea of featuring these iconic animals together in one photography book is literally genius 
. I mean, we need more ppl getting on board w/ climate change & conservation ASAP 
. And the fact that there's an online poll involved? That's so cool! Like, people are actually coming together 2 make a diff 
. One million animal & plant species facing extinction is, like, WILDLY alarming 
. So yeah, let's get behind this "New Big 5" initiative and make some noise 4 the planet 
anyway, i do love ami vitale's work, her pics are always so emotional 
What's even better is that it's not just about the animals themselves, but also about the impact we have on their habitats and the world around us 
. We can't just point at the "New Big 5" as if that's all we need to do – we gotta keep pushing for more sustainable practices, reducing our carbon footprint, and supporting conservation efforts in all their forms 
.
. But seriously, I think it's awesome that Graeme Green is using his platform to raise awareness about wildlife conservation. I mean, who needs a trophy when you can have a picture of an elephant doing yoga? 
. On a more serious note, the fact that this project is gaining so much traction online is a great sign – people care and are willing to take action (or at least click on some links). Let's hope it inspires us all to be a little more wild about wildlife conservation