The New Big Five: Wildlife Photography Book Exposes the Plight of Endangered Species
A groundbreaking photography book, "The New Big Five," has unveiled a powerful visual narrative that exposes the devastating impact of human activities on endangered wildlife. The brainchild of British photographer Graeme Green, this project brings together 144 globally renowned wildlife photographers from around the world to showcase the plight of five iconic species.
These animals - elephant, polar bear, lion, gorilla, and tiger - have been chosen for their critical role as ambassadors for the alarming decline of nature worldwide. The UN warns that one million plant and animal species face extinction, making these creatures particularly vulnerable.
The book features stunning images from some of the world's most respected photographers, including Ami Vitale, Steve McCurry, and Paul Nicklen, alongside essays by prominent conservationists like Jane Goodall and Paula Kahumbu. Each image tells a story that highlights the urgent need for action to protect these species and their habitats.
Green, who conceived the project during a photo shoot in Botswana over a decade ago, aimed to inspire people to focus on wildlife and encourage them to take action. "I thought this would be a way to get people really focusing on wildlife, thinking about the wildlife they love," he explains.
The book is more than just a visual display; it serves as a call to action, urging readers to consider the devastating consequences of climate change and habitat destruction. A chapter dedicated to endangered species from bees to blue whales underscores the severity of the situation.
Green's New Big Five initiative has become an international conservation effort supported by photographers, conservationists, and wildlife charities. "I think these are some of the most beautiful and creative images that I've seen put together in one book," he says proudly.
With its launch, the New Big Five project sets a new standard for environmental storytelling, using powerful visuals to convey the urgent need for action on behalf of endangered species. By highlighting the plight of these iconic animals, it inspires hope for a future where wildlife can flourish once again.
The book is now available, and with the words of Jane Goodall echoing its message: "we have a window of time during which we can start to heal some of the harm we have inflicted on the natural world, but only if we get together and take action now."
A groundbreaking photography book, "The New Big Five," has unveiled a powerful visual narrative that exposes the devastating impact of human activities on endangered wildlife. The brainchild of British photographer Graeme Green, this project brings together 144 globally renowned wildlife photographers from around the world to showcase the plight of five iconic species.
These animals - elephant, polar bear, lion, gorilla, and tiger - have been chosen for their critical role as ambassadors for the alarming decline of nature worldwide. The UN warns that one million plant and animal species face extinction, making these creatures particularly vulnerable.
The book features stunning images from some of the world's most respected photographers, including Ami Vitale, Steve McCurry, and Paul Nicklen, alongside essays by prominent conservationists like Jane Goodall and Paula Kahumbu. Each image tells a story that highlights the urgent need for action to protect these species and their habitats.
Green, who conceived the project during a photo shoot in Botswana over a decade ago, aimed to inspire people to focus on wildlife and encourage them to take action. "I thought this would be a way to get people really focusing on wildlife, thinking about the wildlife they love," he explains.
The book is more than just a visual display; it serves as a call to action, urging readers to consider the devastating consequences of climate change and habitat destruction. A chapter dedicated to endangered species from bees to blue whales underscores the severity of the situation.
Green's New Big Five initiative has become an international conservation effort supported by photographers, conservationists, and wildlife charities. "I think these are some of the most beautiful and creative images that I've seen put together in one book," he says proudly.
With its launch, the New Big Five project sets a new standard for environmental storytelling, using powerful visuals to convey the urgent need for action on behalf of endangered species. By highlighting the plight of these iconic animals, it inspires hope for a future where wildlife can flourish once again.
The book is now available, and with the words of Jane Goodall echoing its message: "we have a window of time during which we can start to heal some of the harm we have inflicted on the natural world, but only if we get together and take action now."
just read about this new book "The New Big Five" showcasing endangered species through wildlife photography 
it's so powerful! i mean, one million plant & animal species are facing extinction 
and these iconic animals like elephants & tigers are the face of that crisis 
what really caught my attention was how the book isn't just a visual display but also a call to action 
graeme green's idea is genius - getting people to focus on wildlife & take action 
i'm definitely gonna check it out now!
. I mean, it's like they're just ambassadors for our planet's struggles. We need to wake up and take care of the Earth, you know? It's not just about saving these species, but also about ourselves and future generations. I hope this book inspires people to make a difference 
. The images are stunning, but it's the message that really matters. We can't just look at these pictures and be like "oh, isn't that cute?" 
. We need to feel the urgency and take action 
. Let's do it!
. I mean, have you seen some of these images? They're straight-up devastating. The statistics are wild too – one million plant and animal species on the brink of extinction... it's mental.
I'm so stoked about this new book! The way Graeme Green brought together all these talented photographers to highlight the plight of our planet's most iconic species is pure genius. It's not just a collection of sick pics, it's a wake-up call for us all. I mean, have you seen the images of elephants struggling to find water or polar bears stuck in melting ice? It's heartbreaking. But at the same time, it's inspiring to see so many amazing people coming together to make a difference. This book is like a shot in the arm for conservation efforts everywhere. Let's get behind this initiative and support our wildlife, you know? 
Give me a break! If we want to help endangered species, let's not make them into feel-good projects for hipsters and photographers who want to get published. We need real action, not just pretty pictures. 
, this photography book is giving me major feels. The way it highlights the devastating impact of human activities on wildlife is so eye-opening 
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. This book isn't just a pretty picture show; it's a wake-up call to think about our impact on the environment and take responsibility for our actions 
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. It's amazing to see people coming together to make a difference 
. And if we take action now, like Jane Goodall says, we might just have a chance to heal the harm we've inflicted on the natural world 
I'm really saddened by these stats, you know? One million species on the brink of extinction is just crazy. It's like, how are we gonna recover from this? 
! i love that it brings together so many talented photographers & conservationists to spread awareness about the urgent need to protect our planet 
graeme green did an amazing job bringing together so many talented photographers to spread awareness about these incredible species. and can we talk about jane goodall's essay? 
it gives me chills every time she says "we have a window of time" - it's like, let's do this people! 
. We need more voices like Graeme Green shouting out about the importance of conservation 
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. If we don't take care of our planet, no one will 
. So, yeah, this book is a game-changer in my opinion 
... who's with me?
. One million plant and animal species are on the brink of extinction... that's just devastating 
. Can we really make a difference? Only time will tell 
, but for now, let's at least acknowledge the problem and try to do something about it 
. We need to do more to protect their habitats and reduce our carbon footprint, especially with climate change being such a big issue 
. It's good that there are people like Graeme Green who are using their platform to raise awareness about this stuff 
