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Prince praises wildlife rangers protecting snow leopard
The Prince of Wales has praised a wildlife ranger protecting snow leopards coming into conflict with humans for helping "turn fear into understanding". William's comments are made in an on-screen introduction for the latest episode of his new wildlife documentary series Guardians, highlighting the work of rangers across the globe. "Snow leopards are such beautiful creatures, known as the Ghosts of the Himalayas, and just having sight of one is so rare that it feels incredibly special," the future king says. "These elusive, big cats may be rarely seen, but they share a deep connection with local people, and as the snow leopards' natural food sources have become scarce, they have ventured closer to human settlements in search of prey, killing livestock and leading to conflicts with local communities." William then introduces Kalzang Gurmet, a ranger "bridging the space between tradition and progress". "His work protects these animals, powers scientific discovery, and helps turn fear into understanding - while guiding a new generation towards sustainable coexistence." Veteran broadcaster and naturalist Sir David Attenborough is William's inspiration for the six-part series he hopes will help nature's wardens be "valued, respected, seen" and promote the "wonderful" regions they protect. Gurmet and his ranger team working in the Indian Himalayas are featured in the episode called the Guardians of the Spiti Valley and seen trekking in the mountains. "In the context of conserving wild animals, it's said in our stories that wild animals are the jewel of the forest," he said. "So, for this reason, conservationists are essential. Ultimately, it will benefit us and our region." The Prince of Wales has praised a wildlife ranger protecting snow leopards coming into conflict with humans for helping "turn fear into understanding". William's comments are made in an on-screen introduction for the latest episode of his new wildlife documentary series Guardians, highlighting the work of rangers across the globe. "Snow leopards are such beautiful creatures, known as the Ghosts of the Himalayas, and just having sight of one is so rare that it feels incredibly special," the future king says. "These elusive, big cats may be rarely seen, but they share a deep connection with local people, and as the snow leopards' natural food sources have become scarce, they have ventured closer to human settlements in search of prey, killing livestock and leading to conflicts with local communities." William then introduces Kalzang Gurmet, a ranger "bridging the space between tradition and progress". "His work protects these animals, powers scientific discovery, and helps turn fear into understanding - while guiding a new generation towards sustainable coexistence." Veteran broadcaster and naturalist Sir David Attenborough is William's inspiration for the six-part series he hopes will help nature's wardens be "valued, respected, seen" and promote the "wonderful" regions they protect. Gurmet and his ranger team working in the Indian Himalayas are featured in the episode called the Guardians of the Spiti Valley and seen trekking in the mountains. "In the context of conserving wild animals, it's said in our stories that wild animals are the jewel of the forest," he said. "So, for this reason, conservationists are essential. Ultimately, it will benefit us and our region." The Prince of Wales has praised a wildlife ranger protecting snow leopards coming into conflict with humans for helping "turn fear into understanding". William's comments are made in an on-screen introduction for the latest episode of his new wildlife documentary series Guardians, highlighting the work of rangers across the globe. "Snow leopards are such beautiful creatures, known as the Ghosts of the Himalayas, and just having sight of one is so rare that it feels incredibly special," the future king says. "These elusive, big cats may be rarely seen, but they share a deep connection with local people, and as the snow leopards' natural food sources have become scarce, they have ventured closer to human settlements in search of prey, killing livestock and leading to conflicts with local communities." William then introduces Kalzang Gurmet, a ranger "bridging the space between tradition and progress". "His work protects these animals, powers scientific discovery, and helps turn fear into understanding - while guiding a new generation towards sustainable coexistence." Veteran broadcaster and naturalist Sir David Attenborough is William's inspiration for the six-part series he hopes will help nature's wardens be "valued, respected, seen" and promote the "wonderful" regions they protect. Gurmet and his ranger team working in the Indian Himalayas are featured in the episode called the Guardians of the Spiti Valley and seen trekking in the mountains. "In the context of conserving wild animals, it's said in our stories that wild animals are the jewel of the forest," he said. "So, for this reason, conservationists are essential. Ultimately, it will benefit us and our region." The Prince of Wales has praised a wildlife ranger protecting snow leopards coming into conflict with humans for helping "turn fear into understanding". William's comments are made in an on-screen introduction for the latest episode of his new wildlife documentary series Guardians, highlighting the work of rangers across the globe. "Snow leopards are such beautiful creatures, known as the Ghosts of the Himalayas, and just having sight of one is so rare that it feels incredibly special," the future king says. "These elusive, big cats may be rarely seen, but they share a deep connection with local people, and as the snow leopards' natural food sources have become scarce, they have ventured closer to human settlements in search of prey, killing livestock and leading to conflicts with local communities." William then introduces Kalzang Gurmet, a ranger "bridging the space between tradition and progress". "His work protects these animals, powers scientific discovery, and helps turn fear into understanding - while guiding a new generation towards sustainable coexistence." Veteran broadcaster and naturalist Sir David Attenborough is William's inspiration for the six-part series he hopes will help nature's wardens be "valued, respected, seen" and promote the "wonderful" regions they protect. Gurmet and his ranger team working in the Indian Himalayas are featured in the episode called the Guardians of the Spiti Valley and seen trekking in the mountains. "In the context of conserving wild animals, it's said in our stories that wild animals are the jewel of the forest," he said. "So, for this reason, conservationists are essential. Ultimately, it will benefit us and our region."
Daily Mirror
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Prince William unveils new BBC documentary on 'most dangerous job in world'
Prince William has teamed up with his charity United for Wildlife to launch the new six-part series called 'Guardians' which will follow the lives of enivronmental rangers across the world Prince William has recognised the sacrifices of environmental rangers across the globe ahead of a new documentary series examining "the most dangerous job in the world". The Prince of Wales and his United for Wildlife programme today launched the six-part series titled 'Guardians', following the lives of rangers and the vital yet unseen work they do to protect our planet. William, who helped create the programme and introduces each episode, said he hoped to help nature's wardens be "valued, respected, seen" and promote the "wonderful" regions they protect. The series features rangers who do "one of the most dangerous jobs on the planet", said William, from safeguarding snow leopards in the Indian Himalayas, defending marine life in Mexico's Sea of Cortez, to protecting elephants and gorillas in the Central African Republic. The prince described Sir David Attenborough as the "inspiration" and said he hoped to emulate his success in storytelling, just as the broadcaster and naturalist's films drew viewers' attention to remote parts of the globe. Speaking this week in London ahead of the first episode being aired on BBC Earth's YouTube, William paid tribute to the 1,400 rangers who have been killed in the line of duty in the last decade - amounting to two a week. He said: "Many people think, you know, being a soldier, being in the emergency services, that these drops are dangerous, and the lives of the line. "I don't think people realise it's the same for these guys and girls around the world. And you know, but 1,400 rangers have died in the last 10 years. That's about two a week. And it's just they're unseen and unheard of." He added: "Any progress, any future we want for the natural world, has to come from the ranger community being valued, respected, seen." New six to 10-minute episodes will be unveiled each week, with first-hand accounts of the lives of rangers and nature protectors as they urgently work to conserve biodiversity and ecosystems. William has voiced the trailer and individual episode introductions, aiming to showcase these unsung heroes and highlight how their work impacts us all. The series follows the remarkable stories from the Central African Republic and the breathtaking Dzangha-Sangha protected area, following a reformed poacher who now dedicates his life to protecting the wildlife he once hunted. It also coveres The Himalayas, India where high in the Spiti Valley rangers are working to bring co-existence between the snow leopards known as 'Ghosts of the Himalayas', and local communities. Also featured is Mexico's Sea of Cortez once called 'the world's aquarium' - and the story of a reformed illegal fisherman now working to protect this threatened ecosystem. Get Royal Family updates straight to your WhatsApp! As the royals get back to their normal duties after a difficult year, the Mirror has launched its very own Royal WhatsApp community where you'll get all the latest news on the UK's most famous family. We'll send you the latest breaking updates and exclusives all directly to your phone. Users must download or already have WhatsApp on their phones to join in. All you have to do to join is click on this link, select 'Join Chat' and you're in! We may also send you stories from other titles across the Reach group. We will also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose Exit group. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice.
