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Title:
Poaching drives decline in Kruger National Park lion population
Publication Year:
2026
Abstract:

A new survey has revealed a concerning decline in lion numbers in the Kruger National Park, with poaching identified as a major contributing factor. Conducted by the Endangered Wildlife Trust in partnership with South African National Parks, the study highlights a significant drop in populations in parts of the northern region, raising alarms about the future of the iconic Panthera leo.

Series Title:
Lowvelder
Item Type:
Report
Language:
en
Keywords:
wildlife, crime, poaching, carnivore
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This article is part of the Namibian Wildlife Crime article archive. The archive aims to:

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