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Prince William's 'Guardians' Series Premieres, Spotlighting Wildlife Rangers' Perilous Work

The six-part documentary, inspired by Sir David Attenborough, highlights the sacrifices of rangers protecting biodiversity and launches globally on BBC Earth's YouTube channel.

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Rangers work around the clock to protect, rescue and rehabilitate critically endangered rhinos from daily poaching threats.
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Britain's William, Prince of Wales, attends a Service of Thanksgiving to mark the 80th Anniversary of VE Day at Westminster Abbey, in London, Britain May 8, 2025. JULIAN SIMMONDS/Pool via REUTERS/File Photo

Overview

  • The documentary series 'Guardians,' developed by Prince William's United for Wildlife and co-produced with ZANDLAND, premiered on May 23, 2025, with weekly episodes to follow.
  • The first episode focuses on rangers in the Central African Republic, including a reformed poacher who now protects the wildlife he once hunted.
  • Prince William emphasizes the dangers rangers face, with 1,400 killed in the last decade, and calls for greater recognition and support for their critical role in conservation.
  • The series showcases ranger efforts across six regions, including the Indian Himalayas, Mexico’s Sea of Cortez, and Brazil’s Caru Indigenous Land, highlighting their diverse roles beyond wildlife protection.
  • Complementing the series is a five-year initiative announced in 2024, providing life insurance and financial support to 10,000 African rangers.