DISCOVERY: UNVEILS LARGE-SCALE BRONZE TIGER STATUE OF ARTIST SONNY BEHAN AT THE UNITED NATIONS BUILDING THROUGH ITS ‘PROJECT CAT’ CAMPAIGN TO DRAW ATTENTION TO THE DIFFICULTY OF TIGERS IN THE WILDLIFE – Discovery, Inc.

-The statue of the tiger unveiled before the United Nations General Assembly–

NEW YORK, NY – Discovery, Inc., a world leader in real-life entertainment, to unveil full-scale bronze tiger statue created by renowned artist Sonny behan to The United Nations (UN) while building new York to celebrate tigers and raise awareness of endangered species ahead of the 76th session of the United Nations General Assembly. Discovery supports nearly six million acres of tiger habitat across India, Bhutan and Russia through its Project CAT (Conserving Acres for Tigers) campaign launched in partnership with World Wildlife Fund (WWF) to help protect and support the conservation of a transboundary tiger landscape which is a global priority for tiger conservation. This key area also supports local economies, alternative livelihoods and climate justice for the most marginalized. Discovery has joined conservation groups’ ambitious goal of doubling the wild tiger population by 2022, the next year of the tiger in the Chinese zodiac.

Discovery has a long and rich relationship with the UN which has included programs and partnerships across platforms and campaigns, such as developing original content on the natural world to raise awareness of threats to wildlife; participation in the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP) Wild for Life campaign to engage Discovery’s global audience to help end the illegal wildlife trade; and supporting UN and UNEP through a variety of other social media initiatives and efforts. Discovery’s RISE (Reducing Inequality and Supporting Empowerment) initiative also promotes UN‘s Sustainable development goals (ODD) and select initiatives on its digital platforms.

“Discovery is a purpose-built company with a strong commitment to the conservation and protection of wildlife. We are proud of our partnership with UN The environment and the UN, which advances our shared mission to preserve our planet and its species. Our tiger sculpture celebrates the power of this partnership on a wide range of goals aimed at building a better world for future generations and hopefully inspires all who see it to do their part, ”said David Zaslav, President and CEO of Discovery, Inc.

“There are many threats to species in the wild, including habitat loss due to degradation and land transformation,” said Barbara hendrie, director of the United Nations Environment Program Regional Office for North America. “We must ensure the restoration of our ecosystems that have been damaged or destroyed, and conserve these critical ecosystems that are still intact for the benefit of animals, humans and the planet.”

“Wild tiger populations experienced decades of decline until 2016,” said Ginette Hemley, senior vice president for wildlife conservation at WWF. “We have seen populations stabilize and even increase in several countries since then. There is hope for the future of the species, but much remains to be done to double the global population, especially in South East Asia where trapping and poaching for the illegal wildlife trade continues to maintain alarming numbers. “

“Representing the resilience of nature and humanity, ‘Abhaya’ (fearlessness) is a celebration of the color these animals bring to our world. In these difficult times, we can all draw inspiration from the tiger, a universal symbol of courage and strength. After a century of decline, the number of wild tigers begins to increase. Yet it is important to remember that the threats to tigers are still present. This is why the tiger is depicted in motion , leaping into the future; a future that depends so heavily on the actions we take today.I am honored to bring one of these iconic big cats to the The United Nations and I hope it serves as a reminder of the importance of protecting and conserving, not only tigers, but all wildlife around the world, ”said Sonny behan.

Sonny, best known for his majestic and intricate portraits of wildlife and large-scale wildlife murals shown across the world, has a unique art style that combines realism with abstract coloring and quickly saw him gain in popularity. prestige within urban artistic communities. His passion for using his creative voice to raise awareness of important environmental and sustainability issues has also earned him a reputation as an engaged artist, driven by the desire to make an impact. As a creative ambassador, Sonny advocates not only for endangered species, but also for a host of sustainability issues facing our world today.

To learn more about Discovery’s Social Good campaigns and programs, please visit Discovery.

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Discovery, Inc. (Nasdaq: DISCA, DISCB, DISCK) is a global leader in real entertainment, serving a passionate audience of superfans around the world with content that inspires, informs and entertains. Discovery delivers over 8,000 hours of original programming each year and is a leader in the category of the world’s most popular content genres. Available in 220 countries and territories and in nearly 50 languages, Discovery is an innovative platform, reaching viewers on all screens, including TV Everywhere products such as the GO app portfolio; direct-to-consumer streaming services such as discovery +, Food web kitchen and MotorTrend OnDemand; digital and social content of Nine Media Group; a historical natural history and factual content partnership with the BBC; and a strategic alliance with PGA TOUR to create the international home of golf. Discovery’s premium brand portfolio includes Discovery chain, HSTG, Food network, CCM, Investigation Discovery, Travel Channel, MotorTrend, Animal Planet, Science Channel and the multiplatform joint venture with Chip and Joanna gaines, Magnolia Network, as well as OWN: Oprah winfrey Network in the we, Discovery of children in Latin America, and Eurosport, the leading provider of locally relevant premium sports and Home of the Olympic Games on the other side Europe. For more information, visit corporate.discovery.com and follow @DiscoveryIncTV on social platforms.

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