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The Cape Griffon Vulture in Namibia
The Cape griffon vulture (Gyps coprotheres) in Namibia is perhaps an unlikely candidate around which to rally an international conservation effort. Yet this is exactly what the Rare and Endangered Species Trust (REST) is doing at its new location south of Otjiwarongo.
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Throughout the ages vultures have been revered as symbols of power and insight. These beliefs range from them being messengers to the heavens, due to their ability to fly at high altitudes; to respect for their role of cleaning up the environment and preventing the spread of disease, possibly averting outbreaks of anthrax and botulism; and to alerting farmers to the whereabouts of poachers.
Among the San and other cultures of Africa, these huge, high flying birds with their well developed powers of observation have been specifically accorded with clairvoyance and mystical or magical powers. Little wonder then that a variety of vulture parts are sort after for traditional healing purposes and ceremonial and religious events. Nesting material has magical power and brings luck... Click here for more...
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To schedule a visit or to learn more about the exciting conservation and education work taking place at the Rare and Endangered Species Trust (REST), send an e-mail to rest@iway.na or call 081-367-9425. Click here for the postal address and directions.
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The Cape Griffon Vulture in Namibia