Founders Note

Hermis Haridas & Nisha Purushothaman

Welcome to this ‘Gorilla’ edition of PT Aware.

Mountain Gorillas are not a species that you encounter by chance on a wildlife safari. They are found only in two countries of Africa and a well-planned and expensive expedition specific to Gorillas is needed to sight these close cousins of our race. So, it goes without saying that not everyone will have a Gorilla photograph lying around to share with us. That makes this edition’s pictures really special.

It is thanks in part to these wonderful explorers and photographers that we see the upswing in the mountain Gorilla population noted today. The income from eco-tourism has been plowed back into the considerable expenses necessary for active conservation measures. Other than this the income also benefits local communities with jobs and infrastructure development, creating goodwill for the animals who are bringing good fortune to the region.

Our salute to all the people who have been to Uganda or Rwanda in search of these great apes, not just for bringing back wonderful images, but also for being important cogs in the conservation machinery.

Stay in touch with Paws Trails through our various social media outreach programs. We are eagerly awaiting the further reduction of Covid19 restrictions to start more of our contact programs and expeditions. Till then we will be reaching you through social media with regular programs. Please check out our various social media handles for details on the same.

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Hermis Haridas & Nisha Purushothaman
Founders – Paws Trails Explorers