Prince William has made protecting our planet a cornerstone of his royal work. And now he has teamed up with the BBC to create a docuseries specifically highlighting the “critical” work that rangers do at the forefront of conservation.
The six-part docuseries Guardians launches today on BBC Earth’s YouTube and social channels. The digital-first series, created for The Royal Foundation’s charity United for Wildlife, features six to 10-minute episodes, each focusing on a different part of the world. Episode one takes viewers to the Dzangha-Sangha protected area in the Central African Republic and tells the story of a reformed poacher who now dedicates his life to protecting wildlife.
“It came about from wanting to educate, showcase, highlight, spotlight the brilliant men and women who are on the forefront and frontline of conservation around the world,” Prince William explained about the series. “The reality is that protecting our natural world has become one of the most dangerous jobs on the planet. We need to understand and recognize nature’s guardians, and the critical work they do…Every day, they take huge risks as nature’s frontline of defense.”
The prince introduced episode one by speaking about his love of Africa. “I have been fortunate enough to travel to Africa many times over the years, and the continent has always held a special place in my heart,” William said in the episode. “Deep in the Central African Republic lies Dzanga-Sangha—one of our planet’s last great untouched wildernesses. Here, elephants and gorillas still roam through ancient forests, alongside communities who have lived in harmony with nature for generations.”
Speaking about the dangers involved with poaching, William said, “Many people think being a soldier, being a policeman…these jobs are dangerous and people put their lives on the line. I don’t think people realize it’s the same for these guys and girls around the world…I’m hoping this shines a really big spotlight on the determination, the resilience, and the enthusiasm these people have to look after the natural world.”
New episodes will be released each week, with future programs highlighting The Himalayas, Mexico’s Sea of Cortez, Kruger National Park in South Africa, Sri Lanka and Caru Indigenous Land in Brazil. The programs have been produced alongside documentary makers Zandland.
United for Wildlife was founded by Prince William and The Royal Foundation in 2013. It is a global alliance intended to foster an effective response to the crises facing the natural world.
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