Kenya is facing a unique challenge as the elephant population in the Mwea National Reserve has exceeded its capacity, prompting the relocation of around 100 elephants. The reserve, located east of Nairobi, has seen a significant increase from 49 elephants in 1979 to a staggering 156.
Tourism Minister Rebecca Miano supervised the transfer of five elephants to Aberdare National Park in central Kenya on Monday. Plans are underway to relocate fifty more elephants, although a specific date has not been confirmed.
Erustus Kanga, Director General of Kenya Wildlife Service, noted that the overpopulation in Mwea is a testament to successful conservation efforts spanning three decades.
“The thriving elephant population indicates minimal poaching and favorable conditions for their growth,” Kanga remarked.
Recent initiatives involved relocating fifty elephants last week…
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