SAAND Southern Africa Endangered Species Series
The SAAND – Southern Africa Endangered Animals Series celebrates five remarkable species through a limited collection of silver medallions. The series features the Temminck's pangolin, African wild dog, Knysna seahorse, geometric tortoise and Cape penguin — each representing a species whose survival depends on dedicated conservation efforts.
Our Conservation Partners
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About APWG
The African Pangolin Working Group (APWG) is dedicated to the conservation of Africa's pangolins. Its work includes the rescue, rehabilitation and release of pangolins, as well as research, education and collaboration with organisations involved in combating wildlife crime.
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About WWDI
The Waterberg Wild Dog Initiative focuses on the conservation of African wild dogs within the Waterberg region. Through monitoring, conservation management and collaboration, the initiative works to support wild dog populations and promote the long-term protection of the species.
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About KERF
The Knysna Estuary Research Foundation (KERF) supports scientific research and monitoring aimed at improving our understanding of the estuary and guiding its conservation. Research provides essential information about the health of the estuary, its biodiversity and the environmental pressures affecting it.
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About SANCCOB
SANCCOB – the Southern African Foundation for the Conservation of Coastal Birds – works to conserve Southern Africa's seabirds through rescue, rehabilitation, release and conservation programmes. SANCCOB's work includes caring for sick, injured and abandoned seabirds, rehabilitating African penguins, raising abandoned chicks and responding to emergencies such as oil spills.
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About TCSA
Tortoise Conservation South Africa works to promote the conservation and protection of South Africa's tortoises through practical conservation initiatives and greater public awareness. Protecting tortoises means protecting more than individual animals. It also means preserving the habitats and ecosystems that allow these ancient reptiles to survive in the wild.
Limited to 555 Sets
Through the purchase of a SAAND collection, collectors not only acquire a limited piece of precious-metal craftsmanship, but also contribute to a wider conservation effort.
Only 555 SAAND Southern Africa Endangered Animals Series sets have been produced.
Five medallions. Five species. Five conservation partners.
Created in honour of the animals. Supporting the people working to protect them.