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About John
John Wendle is an freelance writer, photographer, videographer, video editor, and producer based in Dakar, Senegal.

Reporting on human and environmental conflict, science, and conservation, John creates multimedia packages as well as text features, photo essays, and videos from some of the world's most remote and dangerous places.

He is also available as a field producer for television, employing his keen news sense, vast experience tracking down and interviewing sources, and planning and implementing complex logistical operations to far-flung locations.

John has 15 years of experience living and reporting in the republics of the former Soviet Union, Afghanistan, and now West Africa. He has worked in nearly 20 countries and speaks fluent Russian and French.

Working as a writer, photographer, cameraman, editor, and producer, John’s packages and features have appeared in National Geographic, PBS, Scientific American, TIME, The Atlantic, The Washington Post, The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, Al Jazeera, Channel 4, Le Monde, The Times, The Guardian, Outside, The Economist, UNHCR, the ICRC, MSF, and many others.

John has a master's from Columbia University's Graduate School of Journalism. He is a member of the National Association of Science Writers, the Society of Environmental Journalists, the American Association for the Advancement of Science, and Reporters Without Borders.
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National Geographic Society funds the best and brightest individuals

29 Aug 2024  |  Science
National Geographic Society supports leading individuals in scientific discovery, exploration, education, and storytelling to enhance understanding and protection of the natural and cultural worlds, fostering stronger connections among people.

National Geographic Society funds the best and brightest individuals

16 Aug 2024  |  Science
National Geographic Society supports leading individuals in scientific discovery, exploration, education, and storytelling to enhance understanding and protection of the natural and cultural worlds, fostering stronger connections among people.

National Geographic Society funds the best and brightest individuals

08 Aug 2024  |  Science
National Geographic Society funds individuals dedicated to scientific discovery, exploration, education, and storytelling to illuminate and protect the world. National Geographic Explorers push the boundaries of knowledge, uncover new insights about natural and cultural worlds, and strengthen connections among people.

National Geographic Society funds the best and brightest individuals

23 May 2024  |  Science
National Geographic Society supports leading individuals in scientific discovery, exploration, education, and storytelling to enhance understanding and protection of the natural and cultural worlds, fostering stronger connections among people.

Are there really freshwater manatees thriving deep within West Africa?

10 Jan 2024  |  newscientist.com
Lucy Keith-Diagne, an expert on African manatees, is investigating the presence of these aquatic mammals in the Niandan river, a tributary near the source of the Niger river in Guinea. Despite the improbability due to the distance from the Atlantic Ocean and proximity to the Sahara desert, there is anecdotal evidence suggesting a population of manatees that may have evolved into a separate subspecies. Keith-Diagne's two-week expedition aims to interview locals, follow up on recent sightings, and collect samples to learn more about these elusive creatures.

These Antelope Face Double Jeopardy: Disease and Poaching

01 Oct 2023  |  Science
Rangers in Kazakhstan's Irgiz-Turgay nature reserve face significant challenges in protecting the critically endangered saiga antelope from poaching and disease. Saiga horns are highly valued in traditional Asian medicine, leading to illegal hunting despite conservation efforts. The species also suffers from a bacterial plague exacerbated by climate change. Conservationists and government officials are working to improve ranger livelihoods and reduce poaching, but corruption remains a significant obstacle. Efforts include training dogs to detect saiga horn and tightening laws, though enforcement is inconsistent.

See the magnificent but melting glaciers of the Rwenzori mountains

01 Oct 2023  |  www.newscientist.com
African glaciers, including those on Mount Kilimanjaro, Mount Kenya, and the Rwenzori mountains, are rapidly melting and may disappear soon. This loss threatens critical ice cores that document the climatic history of equatorial Africa and endangers unique plant and animal species. The author, along with Alessandra Prentice, hiked the Rwenzori mountains to photograph the glaciers before they vanish. The journey included challenging conditions, such as knee-deep mud, and highlighted the dramatic retreat of the Stanley glacier.

For Uganda’s vanishing glaciers, time is running out

01 Oct 2023  |  grist.org
Uganda's Rwenzori Mountains' glaciers are rapidly melting due to climate change, with predictions that they could vanish within a decade. This loss threatens unique ecosystems, local tourism, and valuable climate data. Scientists and guides describe the dramatic changes observed, including the retreat of glaciers and the impact on local communities. The article highlights the broader implications of glacier loss in Africa and other tropical regions, emphasizing the urgent need for climate action.

For Uganda’s Vanishing Glaciers, Time Is Running Out

01 Oct 2023  |  Yale E360
Uganda's Rwenzori Mountains are experiencing rapid glacier melt due to climate change, with over 80% of the ice lost since 1906. Scientists predict the glaciers could vanish within a decade, impacting local ecosystems, endemic species, and tourism-dependent communities. The loss of glaciers also means the loss of critical climate data, complicating future climate models. The article highlights the emotional and environmental significance of the glaciers, emphasizing the irreversible nature of their decline.

European Christmas Tree Harvest in Georgia Is Dangerous, Marred by Poachers

01 Oct 2023  |  Science
In the remote region of Racha, Georgia, villagers risk their lives harvesting Nordmann fir cones for the European Christmas tree market. Despite the multimillion-dollar industry, local pickers earn meager wages and face dangerous working conditions, often without safety equipment. Fair Trees, a Danish fair trade company, offers better wages and safety measures, but poaching remains a significant issue. The article highlights the ethical and economic challenges of the Christmas tree harvest, contrasting the practices of different companies and the impact on local communities.
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