Animal Defenders International
@animaldefenders.bsky.social
Active worldwide to end animal suffering. Investigations have led to prosecutions and changed laws. Education, raising awareness. Work with governments on dangerous, large-scale seizures of captive wild animals.
www.ad-international.org
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Meet Goliath! After 10+ years in a bare circus cage, he's finally free at ADIWS in South Africa. Now he needs lifelong care, food & love to enjoy his golden years with his companion Coralie.
To donate:
UK act.ad-international.org/page/165318/...
US act.ad-international.org/page/167063/...
To donate:
UK act.ad-international.org/page/165318/...
US act.ad-international.org/page/167063/...
November 27, 2025 at 4:20 PM
Meet Goliath! After 10+ years in a bare circus cage, he's finally free at ADIWS in South Africa. Now he needs lifelong care, food & love to enjoy his golden years with his companion Coralie.
To donate:
UK act.ad-international.org/page/165318/...
US act.ad-international.org/page/167063/...
To donate:
UK act.ad-international.org/page/165318/...
US act.ad-international.org/page/167063/...
Trophy hunting is not conservation. ADI opposes all proposals at CITES CoP20 to expand hunting quotas and those reducing trade controls, for all species. Urge your elected representatives to support a ban bit.ly/ADICOP20
#animalprotection #bantrophyhunting #wildlifetrade
#animalprotection #bantrophyhunting #wildlifetrade
November 27, 2025 at 12:16 PM
Trophy hunting is not conservation. ADI opposes all proposals at CITES CoP20 to expand hunting quotas and those reducing trade controls, for all species. Urge your elected representatives to support a ban bit.ly/ADICOP20
#animalprotection #bantrophyhunting #wildlifetrade
#animalprotection #bantrophyhunting #wildlifetrade
The cruel practice of shark finning continues to be a primary threat to many critically endangered shark species.
ADI is urging representatives to put an end to this. You can do the same here: bit.ly/ADICOP20
#conservation #animalprotection #saveanimalss
ADI is urging representatives to put an end to this. You can do the same here: bit.ly/ADICOP20
#conservation #animalprotection #saveanimalss
November 27, 2025 at 1:09 AM
The cruel practice of shark finning continues to be a primary threat to many critically endangered shark species.
ADI is urging representatives to put an end to this. You can do the same here: bit.ly/ADICOP20
#conservation #animalprotection #saveanimalss
ADI is urging representatives to put an end to this. You can do the same here: bit.ly/ADICOP20
#conservation #animalprotection #saveanimalss
ReyA spent years behind bars in a circus in Peru. All he knew was a barren cage & a world passing him by. Now he soaks up the African sun at ADIWS.
Consider donating:
UK: act.ad-international.org/page/165318/...
US: act.ad-international.org/page/167063/...
Consider donating:
UK: act.ad-international.org/page/165318/...
US: act.ad-international.org/page/167063/...
November 26, 2025 at 4:44 PM
ReyA spent years behind bars in a circus in Peru. All he knew was a barren cage & a world passing him by. Now he soaks up the African sun at ADIWS.
Consider donating:
UK: act.ad-international.org/page/165318/...
US: act.ad-international.org/page/167063/...
Consider donating:
UK: act.ad-international.org/page/165318/...
US: act.ad-international.org/page/167063/...
Primates are NOT pets. Live trade for the pet trade is a lucrative market threatening great ape populations globally. ADI supports Parties remaining vigilant in the trade of live great apes. Urge your government to commit to helping wildlife under threat: www.ad-international.org/conservation...
November 26, 2025 at 12:54 PM
Primates are NOT pets. Live trade for the pet trade is a lucrative market threatening great ape populations globally. ADI supports Parties remaining vigilant in the trade of live great apes. Urge your government to commit to helping wildlife under threat: www.ad-international.org/conservation...
Sasha seems relaxed at Old Chapel Veterinary Hospital where she was taken after concerns about her eyesight. Her examination by the ophthalmologist was unfortunately delayed but she will be examined this week & should be back at the ADIWS soon. #SashaL #ADIWildlifeSanctuary
November 26, 2025 at 12:19 AM
Sasha seems relaxed at Old Chapel Veterinary Hospital where she was taken after concerns about her eyesight. Her examination by the ophthalmologist was unfortunately delayed but she will be examined this week & should be back at the ADIWS soon. #SashaL #ADIWildlifeSanctuary
#GIVINGTUESDAY IS DEC 2 – MAKE IT A DAY TO FIGHT AGAINST ANIMAL ABUSERS & TRAFFICKERS! We are making a special plea for a new reception area at ADIWS. We play an important role helping to enforce the laws that are vital if animal protection is to advance here. Learn more👇
November 25, 2025 at 5:24 PM
#GIVINGTUESDAY IS DEC 2 – MAKE IT A DAY TO FIGHT AGAINST ANIMAL ABUSERS & TRAFFICKERS! We are making a special plea for a new reception area at ADIWS. We play an important role helping to enforce the laws that are vital if animal protection is to advance here. Learn more👇
David—once too fearful to step outside of the circus cage where he had lived all his life, he has now confidently roamed his habitat at ADIWS for a decade. A well-earned peace after all he has endured.
Donate:
UK act.ad-international.org/page/165318/...
US act.ad-international.org/page/167063/...
Donate:
UK act.ad-international.org/page/165318/...
US act.ad-international.org/page/167063/...
November 25, 2025 at 11:55 AM
David—once too fearful to step outside of the circus cage where he had lived all his life, he has now confidently roamed his habitat at ADIWS for a decade. A well-earned peace after all he has endured.
Donate:
UK act.ad-international.org/page/165318/...
US act.ad-international.org/page/167063/...
Donate:
UK act.ad-international.org/page/165318/...
US act.ad-international.org/page/167063/...
Luna has access to 3 pools but particularly likes to lie in the water troughs at ADIWS. Life for rescued circus tigers is about letting them lie where they want to.
Adopt Luna:
UK: animal-defenders-international-shop.com/collections/...
US: animal-defenders-international-shop-usa.com/collections/...
Adopt Luna:
UK: animal-defenders-international-shop.com/collections/...
US: animal-defenders-international-shop-usa.com/collections/...
November 24, 2025 at 4:57 PM
Luna has access to 3 pools but particularly likes to lie in the water troughs at ADIWS. Life for rescued circus tigers is about letting them lie where they want to.
Adopt Luna:
UK: animal-defenders-international-shop.com/collections/...
US: animal-defenders-international-shop-usa.com/collections/...
Adopt Luna:
UK: animal-defenders-international-shop.com/collections/...
US: animal-defenders-international-shop-usa.com/collections/...
NO PLACE LIKE HOME. Under the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES), research laboratories with the intention of performing experimental procedures are deemed a suitable destination for confiscated wild animals.
#conservation #antivivisection
#conservation #antivivisection
November 24, 2025 at 11:46 AM
NO PLACE LIKE HOME. Under the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES), research laboratories with the intention of performing experimental procedures are deemed a suitable destination for confiscated wild animals.
#conservation #antivivisection
#conservation #antivivisection
The EU fur industry is collapsing — and it’s overdue. Fur farms have dropped 73% in the past decade, with production set to fall another 15–20% by 2028. Behind the decline: cruelty, pollution & fading demand. This industry is dying — let’s end it for good. www.ad-international.org/fur/go.php?id
November 23, 2025 at 5:19 PM
The EU fur industry is collapsing — and it’s overdue. Fur farms have dropped 73% in the past decade, with production set to fall another 15–20% by 2028. Behind the decline: cruelty, pollution & fading demand. This industry is dying — let’s end it for good. www.ad-international.org/fur/go.php?id
RESCUED CIRCUS LION SNOOZES. Kimba was one of the first animals to be rescued during ADI’s Operation Liberty, a mission to empty all of Guatemala’s circus cages. Now he enjoys snoozing in the sun at ADIWS in South Africa.
November 22, 2025 at 11:44 PM
RESCUED CIRCUS LION SNOOZES. Kimba was one of the first animals to be rescued during ADI’s Operation Liberty, a mission to empty all of Guatemala’s circus cages. Now he enjoys snoozing in the sun at ADIWS in South Africa.
At least 174 racehorses have died in Australia in the past 12 months — the highest in a decade. 85 died from fatal front-limb fractures. Many deaths aren’t reported. Racing Victoria’s senior vet alleges pressure to clear horses. Even with safety checks, they’re still dying. 💔🐎
November 22, 2025 at 12:11 PM
At least 174 racehorses have died in Australia in the past 12 months — the highest in a decade. 85 died from fatal front-limb fractures. Many deaths aren’t reported. Racing Victoria’s senior vet alleges pressure to clear horses. Even with safety checks, they’re still dying. 💔🐎
Texas Ren Fest hosts notorious animal provider Trunks & Humps. Contact the festival & politely ask them to not have the elephants & camels back & to make it their policy to not use animals for rides👇
✉️ info@texrenfest.com
📱 (281) 356-2178
Pat Coveney, GM: pcoveney@texrenfest.com
✉️ info@texrenfest.com
📱 (281) 356-2178
Pat Coveney, GM: pcoveney@texrenfest.com
November 22, 2025 at 12:15 AM
Texas Ren Fest hosts notorious animal provider Trunks & Humps. Contact the festival & politely ask them to not have the elephants & camels back & to make it their policy to not use animals for rides👇
✉️ info@texrenfest.com
📱 (281) 356-2178
Pat Coveney, GM: pcoveney@texrenfest.com
✉️ info@texrenfest.com
📱 (281) 356-2178
Pat Coveney, GM: pcoveney@texrenfest.com
Sun & Moon were small cubs in a bare circus cage in Guatemala when we first encountered them. From tiny cubs to playful tigers, they’ve come so far. They can’t return to the wild, but ADI gives them safety & care for life. Honor them with a FB Fundraiser www.facebook.com/fund/AnimalD...
November 21, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Sun & Moon were small cubs in a bare circus cage in Guatemala when we first encountered them. From tiny cubs to playful tigers, they’ve come so far. They can’t return to the wild, but ADI gives them safety & care for life. Honor them with a FB Fundraiser www.facebook.com/fund/AnimalD...
SEND SEASON GRRREETINGS FROM MAX, STRIPES, & SCARC. Why not give gifts that give back? Orders fund our work for animals & care of ADIWS residents.
UK: animal-defenders-international-shop.com/collections
US: animal-defenders-international-shop-usa.com/collections
UK: animal-defenders-international-shop.com/collections
US: animal-defenders-international-shop-usa.com/collections
November 21, 2025 at 11:50 AM
SEND SEASON GRRREETINGS FROM MAX, STRIPES, & SCARC. Why not give gifts that give back? Orders fund our work for animals & care of ADIWS residents.
UK: animal-defenders-international-shop.com/collections
US: animal-defenders-international-shop-usa.com/collections
UK: animal-defenders-international-shop.com/collections
US: animal-defenders-international-shop-usa.com/collections
Behind the holiday “feast” is immense suffering. Most turkeys are crammed in windowless sheds, then caught, transported, shackled upside down, feathers torn from still-warm bodies. Even “free-range” isn’t better—ADI filmed workers grabbing, crushing birds into crates. Choose #crueltyfree this year.
November 21, 2025 at 12:24 AM
Behind the holiday “feast” is immense suffering. Most turkeys are crammed in windowless sheds, then caught, transported, shackled upside down, feathers torn from still-warm bodies. Even “free-range” isn’t better—ADI filmed workers grabbing, crushing birds into crates. Choose #crueltyfree this year.
Beautiful Kiara2, rescued from Peru during ADI’s Operation Spirit of Freedom. Now she spends her days surrounded by family and enjoying the quiet amongst the trees at the ADIWS in South Africa.
Donate:
UK: act.ad-international.org/page/165318/...
US: act.ad-international.org/page/167063/...
Donate:
UK: act.ad-international.org/page/165318/...
US: act.ad-international.org/page/167063/...
November 20, 2025 at 5:03 PM
Beautiful Kiara2, rescued from Peru during ADI’s Operation Spirit of Freedom. Now she spends her days surrounded by family and enjoying the quiet amongst the trees at the ADIWS in South Africa.
Donate:
UK: act.ad-international.org/page/165318/...
US: act.ad-international.org/page/167063/...
Donate:
UK: act.ad-international.org/page/165318/...
US: act.ad-international.org/page/167063/...
#ThrowbackThursday Today marks 11 years since ADI rescued David from a circus in Arequipa, Peru. He was handed over during our 2014 Operation Spirit of Freedom mission, following a nationwide ban on the use of wild animals in circuses. #ADIWildlifeSanctuary #StopCircusSuffering
November 20, 2025 at 12:13 PM
#ThrowbackThursday Today marks 11 years since ADI rescued David from a circus in Arequipa, Peru. He was handed over during our 2014 Operation Spirit of Freedom mission, following a nationwide ban on the use of wild animals in circuses. #ADIWildlifeSanctuary #StopCircusSuffering
For 7+ decades, animals have been sent into space with no legal protections. Laika died of overheating within hours. Chimpanzee Ham endured shocks & trauma. Animals are not disposable test subjects—they deserve respect, care & legal protection.
November 20, 2025 at 12:43 AM
For 7+ decades, animals have been sent into space with no legal protections. Laika died of overheating within hours. Chimpanzee Ham endured shocks & trauma. Animals are not disposable test subjects—they deserve respect, care & legal protection.
Tomas, napping in freedom!🦁Born in a circus in Guatemala, he was separated from brother Kimba. Now reunited, he naps peacefully in the grass, soaks up the sun and explores their 2.5-acre Avi Habitat.
To help:
UK: act.ad-international.org/page/165318/...
US: act.ad-international.org/page/167063/...
To help:
UK: act.ad-international.org/page/165318/...
US: act.ad-international.org/page/167063/...
November 19, 2025 at 5:04 PM
Tomas, napping in freedom!🦁Born in a circus in Guatemala, he was separated from brother Kimba. Now reunited, he naps peacefully in the grass, soaks up the sun and explores their 2.5-acre Avi Habitat.
To help:
UK: act.ad-international.org/page/165318/...
US: act.ad-international.org/page/167063/...
To help:
UK: act.ad-international.org/page/165318/...
US: act.ad-international.org/page/167063/...
A lioness illegally kept as a pet escaped in Thailand, attacking an 11-year-old boy and injuring a neighbor before being sedated. Wild animals are NOT pets or status symbols. ADI condemns all ownership — lions belong in the wild, not in homes. #EndPetTrade
November 19, 2025 at 12:00 PM
A lioness illegally kept as a pet escaped in Thailand, attacking an 11-year-old boy and injuring a neighbor before being sedated. Wild animals are NOT pets or status symbols. ADI condemns all ownership — lions belong in the wild, not in homes. #EndPetTrade
Once trafficked from the wild, Otto was rescued from the pet trade in Lima. Now safe at Pilpintuwasi, Peru, he finally knows peace. A fallen tree damaged his home—please help us rebuild 💚US: act.ad-international.org/page/167889/... UK: act.ad-international.org/page/167896/...
November 19, 2025 at 12:12 AM
Once trafficked from the wild, Otto was rescued from the pet trade in Lima. Now safe at Pilpintuwasi, Peru, he finally knows peace. A fallen tree damaged his home—please help us rebuild 💚US: act.ad-international.org/page/167889/... UK: act.ad-international.org/page/167896/...
Rescued from a circus cage in France, Coralie & Goliath arrived at ADIWS in May. Look how they have settled into their natural homeland. This is one of the images in our 2026 ADI Animal Rescue calendar raising funds to help support the care of our rescued animals. www.ad-international.org/store/
November 18, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Rescued from a circus cage in France, Coralie & Goliath arrived at ADIWS in May. Look how they have settled into their natural homeland. This is one of the images in our 2026 ADI Animal Rescue calendar raising funds to help support the care of our rescued animals. www.ad-international.org/store/