The Role of Documentaries in Wildlife Preservation at Dinder National Park
- 1 Department of New Media, College of Mass Communication, Umm Al Quwain University, United Arab Emirates
- 2 Professor of Wildlife and Environmental Sciences in Sudanese Universities, Khartoum, Sudan
- 3 College of Mass Communication, Umm Al Quwain University, Umm Al Quwain, United Arab Emirates
Abstract
Dinder National Park is a protected area in Sudan known for its rich wildlife, including various endangered species. Documentaries have played a crucial role in promoting awareness and generating interest in wildlife conservation efforts. This study explores the role of documentaries in wildlife preservation at Dinder National Park. We analyzed the content of several documentaries related to Dinder National Park and interviewed park officials and documentary filmmakers to understand the impact of these documentaries on wildlife preservation efforts. Our findings suggest that documentaries can raise public awareness about wildlife conservation, provide educational opportunities, and contribute to fundraising efforts. Documentaries can also foster a sense of responsibility and urgency among viewers to protect and preserve endangered species. However, we also identify limitations to the impact of documentaries, including issues with accessibility, reach, and funding. We conclude that documentaries can be a powerful tool in wildlife preservation efforts, but they should be used in conjunction with other strategies and efforts to achieve long-term conservation goals.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.3844/ajessp.2024.96.102
Copyright: © 2024 Elsir Ali Saad Mohamed, Ali Saad Mohamed and Saleh Obaid Al-Rached. This is an open access article distributed under the terms of the
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Keywords
- Dinder
- National
- Park
- Documentary
- Wildlife
- Preservation