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30 October 2020
The rescue of KindaniEvery elephant rescue brings its own set of challenges. This particular rescue, however, tested the limits. For this baby, being orphaned was just the first hurdle. In the days that followed, she faced floods of biblical proportions, a night marooned amidst swirling waters, and a sojourn in an aircraft hanger — and survived it all with a quiet determinism....
Read more28 October 2020
Help for a wild bull at Umani SpringsUmani Springs Eco Lodge has a front-row view of the Kibwezi Forest’s wildlife. On any given day, crocodiles sun themselves in the pools, bushbuck tuck into the lush grass, and monkeys clamber through the trees. The afternoon of 26th October 2020, however, was different. Around lunchtime, a young adult bull elephant emerged from the fringes of the forest, stopping to drink at the water hole frequented by our Umani Springs orphan herd. It was immediately evident that something was wrong: He was heavily favouring his front right leg and walking with a pronounced limp....
Read more21 October 2020
Apollo’s progress one year onOur baby is not so little anymore. One glance at his stubby horn and sturdy build, and it’s easy to picture what an impressive black rhino he will be when fully grown. However, that day is still far away, and he remains reliant on his Keepers and the round-the-clock care he receives at our Kaluku Field HQ....
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