Graeme Green
Graeme Green is a British photographer and journalist with a passion for wildlife and conservation.
Recent articles by Graeme Green
Poisoned, electrocuted and illegally killed – now Europe's smallest vulture is fighting back
Egyptian vulture numbers are on the rise for the first time in 40 years in Bulgaria, giving conservationists hope for the species across the Balkans and other parts of Europe.
Beluga Cam: 60,000 white whales are on the move, and you can watch their epic journey live
Hudson Bay's annual beluga whale migration has begun, and you can livestream it above and below the water – whilst also getting involved in online conservation research.
Dazzling firefly illumination filmed in the mangrove forests of Thailand a bitter-sweet moment for scientists
Scientists warn of a dark future for fireflies and the common glow-worm, as multiple species of insects are added to the IUCN’s Red List of Threatened Species.
Scuba-diving scientists capture rare underwater footage of prehistoric-looking hellbenders in North Carolina
The giant hellbender salamanders – also known as ‘snot otters’, 'devil dogs’ and ‘old lasagna sides’ are being moved ahead of a dam removal project on the Watauga River.
Grizzly-polar bear hybrids extremely rare but predicted to rise with global warming, say scientists
Despite the expectation that 'grolar bears', or 'pizzly bears', are on the rise, hybridisation between grizzlies and polar bears is actually very rare, according to new research.
Translocation of 2,000 rhinos in Africa gets underway in “one of the most audacious conservation efforts of modern times”
The 10-year project gets underway with the translocation of 40 southern white rhinos in South Africa.
The legal killing of the third bull elephant in six months in Tanzania sparks debate over trophy hunting
A large-tusked adult male elephant has recently been killed in Amboseli, Tanzania, marking the surprise ending of a 30-year moratorium between Kenya and Tanzania to protect the region's migratory elephants.
Europe is dismantling its dams at a record-breaking rate – and it's saving rivers
Positive news for fish and other wildlife as 2023 was another record-breaking year for removing dams, weirs and other river barriers, freeing Europe’s rivers and restoring healthy habitats.
Australian-born cheetah released in Africa for the first time ever. Watch the heart-warming moment Edie is set free
A cheetah cub from Sydney becomes the first captive-born cheetah to be relocated from Australia to a new life in the wild in Africa.
Huge “first-of-its-kind” rewilding project to bring back lost species and create ecotourism paradise in South Africa
The project will see Loskop Dam Nature Reserve become one of the largest protected wildlife reserves in South Africa. Planned reintroductions include the critically endangered black rhino and several species of cat.
"They told me they executed the largest ivory bust in Indian history". Poacher director on the compelling new crime series
Award-winning filmmaker, writer and director Richie Mehta discusses what inspired him to create the new wildlife crime drama, Poacher.
"It's cold-blooded murder": The real-life story behind Poacher, Amazon's blockbuster wildlife crime drama
Poacher is a dramatisation of the largest ever elephant poaching case in India. Graeme Green speaks to Jose Louies, Chief of Enforcement during the investigation, and a host of other experts to find out more about the events that took place, the new crime series and the state of the Asian ivory trade today.
Don't pet the lion: the rise of the reckless wildlife tourist
From patting penguins to selfies with bison, are people behaving increasingly foolishly around wildlife? And is education or punishment the answer?
How to take great underwater photos of wildlife
Taking a camera beneath the surface of the water opens a whole new world of creative opportunity. Here's how to get started in the exciting field of underwater photography.
Camera manual settings explained: how to use manual settings to take stunning photographs
Master your camera’s manual settings and you’ll bring a new level of creativity to your photographs
How to photograph the movement and motion of wildlife
Hunting, fleeing, feeding, playing and even sleeping… it’s a great achievement to capture a slice of animal action
How to take striking animal portrait photographs
Nothing creates the same connection with an animal as a beautifully shot portrait
How to take great macro photographs of wildlife
Smaller targets require more skill to shoot, but the results will often make a bigger splash. Here's our expert guide to getting started in macro photography, including professional tips and which specialist equipment you'll need.
Best kit for wildlife photographers
Wildlife photographer and journalist Graeme Green rounds up his favourite photography gear, from camera rain covers and battery cases to foldable chairs.
What are NFTs and can they help wildlife conservation?
Some NFTs are raising cash for conservation, but what on earth is this digital craze? And what are the downsides for investors, wildlife charities and the environment?
New Big 5 wildlife species revealed: what are they and where to see them
Shooting with cameras rather than guns is the idea behind a new international initiative to promote the synergy between wildlife photography and conservation.