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Every year, with the arrival of the dry season, more than two million wild animals begin a prodigious pilgrimage in search of better pastures through the African plains that separate the national parks of Masai Mara and the Serengeti.

It is the largest wildlife movement on the planet and, at the same time,

a dangerous expedition,

as thousands are killed crossing the crocodile-infested Mara River, as well as other attacks from other lurking predators. A fascinating show that this weekend, generation Z and, of course, everyone who wants, can see live through TikTok.

The initiative is the result of the collaboration of the social network with Kenya Tourism (KTB), the International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW) and Conservation International to raise awareness of the need to conserve biodiversity and "inspire actions for the protection of wildlife around the world. "

All users of the popular app will be able to follow the African natural miracle through the official TikTok Africa account until August 29 between 5:30 a.m. and 7:00 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. South African time (which coincides with Spanish).

Zebras crossing the Mara River SHUTTERSTOCK

"Younger generations are pushing for action on climate change and biodiversity loss around the world. They are

the planet's biggest advocates

. We are very pleased that TikTok is amplifying calls to protect wildlife," he says Michael O'Brien-Onyeka, Conservation International vice president of Africa.

"By giving its millions of users, many of whom are Gen Z, the opportunity to

interact with nature from afar

, this campaign can be a key tool for change. It is an exciting new way to help appreciate the value of biodiversity and feeling motivated to protect it. "

It will be the wildlife photographer

Jeffrey Wu

who selects the content that appears during the live broadcasts. Experts from local organizations such as the African Wildlife Foundation, the Masai Mara National Reserve and the African Wildlife Foundation will also join the sessions to discuss the ecosystem of this national park and the impact and importance it has. tourism in the preservation of the environment.

The

streaming

is a good opportunity to see live the immense procession of animals that crosses the savannah wildebeest, zebra, impala and buffalo in wild numbers that leave mythical images, often collected in wildlife documentaries.

It is not an exaggeration.

The great migration is considered

one of the seven

natural

wonders

of Africa.

According to the criteria of The Trust Project

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