Finding a single injured buffalo amidst a whole herd can be like searching for a needle in a haystack. That’s where an aerial advantage makes all the difference.
This buffalo was first reported by Kipini Conservancy scouts. He had a wire snare wound tightly around his neck, cutting deep into the skin.
Our pilot was already in position, patrolling along the northern coast, as was a SWT/KWS Anti-Poaching Team deployed to the area. Circling above the herd, he was able to locate the injured individual. Dr Lawi of the SWT/KWS Southern Mobile Vet Unit was mobilised to the scene, linking up with Taru, Roan, and our SWT/KWS Anti-Poaching Team.
After darting the patient from the air, the team moved in, removed the snare, and cleaned the wound. Treatment complete, the buffalo was revived and ran back to his herd. Dr Lawi is optimistic he will make a full recovery.
Coordinated Conservation
While our Vet Units treat injured animals, our pilots and rangers combat the threats that put them in harm’s way. This is conservation in action — coordinated efforts to support wildlife and protect the landscapes they call home.
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