Kenya Wildlife Service

The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) conserves and manages Kenya’s wildlife for the Kenyan people and the world. Toll Free : 0800597000 WhatsApp: [phone]

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𝐀 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐜𝐮𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐍𝐚𝐤𝐮𝐫𝐮
For nearly 24 hours, a young vervet monkey remained stranded on an electric power line above Kivumbini Estate in Nakuru, frightened, exhausted, and unable to come down. The previous day, its mother had suffered an electric shock that threw her from the line. While she miraculously survived, her baby remained trapped high above the ground as their troop stayed nearby in distress.
Responding to an urgent call, KWS Nakuru Station worked alongside the @KenyaPower_Care team in a delicate, high-risk rescue operation. Residents gathered below, anxiously following every careful step as rescuers worked to reach the stranded monkey.

Relief swept through the community when the young vervet was safely brought down and reunited with its troop. The mother was later sighted alive, adding to the collective sense of relief.

This rescue is a heartening reminder of what can be achieved when organizations and communities work together to protect wildlife. From our responders and the Kenya Power team to the residents who remained engaged throughout the operation, every effort played a part in turning a distressing situation into a hopeful outcome.

To report wildlife emergencies, please reach out to us via our 24-7 toll-free number 0800 597 000 or WhatsApp [phone] for immediate intervention.

#ThrivingWildlifeForever #PartnershipsforConservation

[Kenya Wildlife Service @KWSKenya]

𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐨𝐜𝐤𝐬. 𝐃𝐚𝐝 𝐝𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐞𝐬 𝐚 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐎𝐮𝐭.
This #FathersDay, treat him to a wild adventure at a KWS park near you. Discover Kenya's incredible wildlife, soak in the beauty of nature, and enjoy the greatest gift of all, quality time together!

Visit https://t.co/KjqNRhUYsy today, because the best gifts aren't wrapped. 😉

#FathersDay #JiachilieInKenyaParks #ExploreExperienceConserve

[Kenya Wildlife Service @KWSKenya]

Happy World Giraffe Day!

Did you know giraffes inherit their patterns from their mothers? Yet, no two giraffes share the same pattern. These unique markings do more than make each giraffe distinctive, they help with camouflage, aid in regulating body temperature, and support their survival in the wild.

This #WorldGiraffeDay, visit #KenyaParks and experience the beauty of this incredible species while supporting conservation efforts that help secure their future for generations to come. Let's stand tall for giraffes!

#ThrivingWildifeForever #JiachilieInKenyaParks

[Kenya Wildlife Service @KWSKenya]

Today, we celebrate all the amazing dads and father figures. 𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐅𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫'𝐬 𝐃𝐚𝐲!

📷 Sabine Bernert
#FathersDay #JiachilieInKenyaParks

[Kenya Wildlife Service @KWSKenya]

Kenyan dads are special ❤️
Stima zimepotea, halafu unaskia, "Sisi tulisoma na koroboi, wacha ku complain." 😅

Hebu tushow your dad’s funniest habits kwa comments using #FathersDayNaKWS

#FathersDay #KWS #JiachilieInKenyaParks

[Kenya Wildlife Service @KWSKenya]

𝐀 𝐐𝐔𝐈𝐄𝐓 𝐑𝐄𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐍 𝐓𝐎 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐖𝐈𝐋𝐃
Before dawn broke over the Galana ecosystem, the KWS veterinary team led by Dr. Campaign Limo, moved quietly across the landscape to carry out a carefully coordinated operation to relocate Grant’s gazelles.
Guided by years of field experience and established wildlife management protocols the team safely captured and translocated 24 gazelles 9 females and 15 males to Tsavo East National Park as part of ongoing national conservation efforts.

The translocation reflects a broader commitment to restoring balance within fragile ecosystems while strengthening wildlife populations inside protected areas. It also responds to growing human wildlife conflict pressures. By easing wildlife pressure on surrounding farmlands the intervention helps reduce crop damage lowers the risk of illegal bushmeat hunting and supports more sustainable coexistence between people and wildlife.

Relocating the gazelles to a secure and ecologically suitable home in Tsavo East further strengthens the integrity of the landscape supports tourism value and contributes to long term recovery of wildlife populations across the ecosystem.

For the veterinary and ranger teams each successful translocation a is a quiet act of responsibility care and commitment. It reflects the mandate of the Kenya Wildlife Service to safeguard Kenya’s natural heritage, advance coexistence between people and wildlife and ensure that future generations inherit a resilient and thriving wildlife population.
#ThrivingWildlifeForever

[Kenya Wildlife Service @KWSKenya]

A perfect weekend escape starts here! Nestled within the breathtaking Mount Kenya National Park, Lake Ellis showcases the beauty and wonder of Kenya’s protected landscapes.
Sweeping moorlands, breathtaking mountain views, and the serenity of the great outdoors make this a must-visit destination.
Kenya is truly magical. 🇰🇪

Have you added Mount Kenya to your bucket list yet?
📍Lake Ellis, Mt. Kenya National Park
📹96 Lost

#JiachilieInKenyaParks #ExperienceWonder

[Kenya Wildlife Service @KWSKenya]

The wild has always given us something.

Soon, it will ask for something in return.

Keep it here!

#KenyaWildlifeService #ComingSoon

[Kenya Wildlife Service @KWSKenya]

𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐜𝐮𝐞𝐝 𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐞 𝐡𝐚𝐬 𝐚 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐡 𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠.💚

𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐖𝐚𝐣𝐢𝐫.🦒

Just a few months ago, she was a frightened 2-week-old giraffe calf, found abandoned and alone in Wajir County. Today, at 3months old, she's healthy, playful, and thriving.

Her journey has been made even more special with the support of World Travel & Tourism Council @WTTC President Gloria Guevara, who has become Wajir's wildlife guardian through our Wildlife Adoption Programme.

Moments like these remind us that conservation is a shared responsibility. Behind every successful rescue is a community of people who choose to care, protect, and give wildlife a second chance.

You, too, can make a difference. By adopting a rescued animal, you're helping provide the care, nourishment, and protection they need as they recover and prepare for the future.

Become a wildlife guardian today and help us give more rescued animals stories like Wajir's.

𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐖𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐞 𝐀𝐝𝐨𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐦𝐞:
https://t.co/CMz0Dl2Xtk 🐾

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#NairobiAnimalOrphanage #WildlifeAdoption #Conservation #ThrivingWildlifeForever #WTTC

[Kenya Wildlife Service @KWSKenya]

From protecting Kenya’s iconic wildlife to championing the health of our oceans, Kenya Wildlife Service is proud to participate in 11th Our Ocean Conference (OOC11) in Mombasa.
Together with partners and stakeholders, we are advancing conservation, sustainability and the blue economy for future generations. 🌊
As part of the conference experience, delegates will have the opportunity to explore Kenya’s rich natural heritage through visits to our Marine Protected Areas, as well as the world-renowned Amboseli, Tsavo East and Tsavo West National Parks, showcasing Kenya’s leadership in biodiversity conservation across both terrestrial and marine ecosystems.

#OOC11 #BlueEconomy #MarineConservation

[Kenya Wildlife Service @KWSKenya]

𝐀 𝐉𝐎𝐔𝐑𝐍𝐄𝐘 𝐎𝐅 𝐇𝐎𝐏𝐄: 𝐓𝐇𝐑𝐄𝐄 𝐄𝐋𝐄𝐏𝐇𝐀𝐍𝐓𝐒 𝐑𝐄𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐍 𝐇𝐎𝐌𝐄 𝐀𝐒 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐌𝐔𝐍𝐈𝐓𝐈𝐄𝐒 𝐅𝐈𝐍𝐃 𝐑𝐄𝐋𝐈𝐄𝐅
For the farmers of Kamboo in Kibwezi West, the sight of elephants emerging from the nearby bush often brought mixed emotions. While they admired these majestic giants, they also feared for their crops, livelihoods and safety. Nights were spent guarding farms, wondering whether months of hard work would survive until morning. The challenge was never about choosing between people and wildlife, it was about finding a way for both to coexist.

That hope came to life when the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS), working alongside the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, and local communities, safely captured and translocated three elephants that had been at the centre of recurring human-elephant conflict.
As the elephants began their journey to the Intensive Protection Zone in Tsavo West National Park, it marked more than a wildlife management operation; it was a moment of relief for families who had repeatedly borne the cost of living alongside roaming wildlife.

For the elephants, the move was a return to the vast Tsavo ecosystem where they can roam freely, find food and water, and thrive in a secure environment.
For the community, it restored confidence that their concerns are being heard and addressed.

The successful translocation stands as a powerful reminder that conservation succeeds when both people and wildlife are protected, creating a future where communities prosper and Kenya’s iconic wildlife continues to thrive.
#PromotingPeacefulCoexistence #ThrivingWildlifeForever

[Kenya Wildlife Service @KWSKenya]

Camouflaged perfectly among aquatic vegetation, is the Battersby’s Green Snake, the only bright green snake found in Nairobi!

Though often misunderstood, this beautiful reptile is completely harmless to humans. It mainly feeds on frogs and toads, helping maintain balance within wetland ecosystems by naturally regulating amphibian populations.

Snakes play a critical role in healthy ecosystems, yet many are killed out of fear and misconception. In reality, they are important indicators of environmental health and biodiversity.

At Nairobi Safari Walk, every species tells a story of nature’s delicate balance even the most hidden and misunderstood ones.
#JiachilieInKenyaParks #ThrivingWildlifeForever

[Kenya Wildlife Service @KWSKenya]

Today we mark #WorldCrocodileDay and recognize the vital role these remarkable reptiles play in maintaining healthy ecosystems. They help keep waterways balanced and support biodiversity in the habitats they call home.
By protecting wetlands and freshwater habitats, we can help ensure that both people and nature continue to thrive together for generations to come.

Fun Fact: Did you know crocodiles continuously replace their teeth throughout their lifetime?
🤔Now tell us: What interesting fact do you know about crocodiles? Share with us in the comments section below.

📍Sibiloi National Park
#ThrivingWildlifeForever

[Kenya Wildlife Service @KWSKenya]

𝐖𝐓𝐓𝐂 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐆𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐚 𝐆𝐮𝐞𝐯𝐚𝐫𝐚 𝐀𝐝𝐨𝐩𝐭𝐬 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐆𝐢𝐫𝐚𝐟𝐟𝐞, 𝐖𝐚𝐣𝐢𝐫. 🦒

This morning, we were honoured to host a delegation from the World Travel & Tourism Council @WTTC, led by President & CEO Gloria Guevara and Vice President Hon. Najib Balala, alongside representatives from the Ministry of Tourism and Wildlife.

The visit beautifully bridged global policy with hands-on conservation, highlighting Kenya’s role as a pioneer in sustainable tourism.

𝐀 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐝𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐊𝐖𝐒 𝐖𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐞 𝐀𝐝𝐨𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 💚

At the Nairobi Animal Orphanage, WTTC President Gloria Guevara officially joined our KWS Wildlife Adoption Program by adopting Wajir, a 3-month-old giraffe.

Wajir was rescued in Wajir County at just two weeks old after being abandoned by her mother. Thanks to our dedicated rehabilitation team, she is thriving and receiving good care.

After feeding Wajir, The delegation experienced a game drive through Nairobi National Park - the world’s only national park located within a capital city; which stands as a global beacon of how biodiversity and urban development can successfully coexist.

𝐏𝐥𝐞𝐝𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 🌍

Walking the talk, Hon. Najib Balala pledged KSh 100,000 directly toward wildlife conservation efforts. This generous contribution highlights the WTTC's commitment to supporting the actual boots on the ground protecting Kenya’s biodiversity.

Let’s continue to strengthen the partnerships that safeguard our wildlife and promote sustainable tourism as a force for economic growth.

#SustainableTourism #NairobiAnimalOrphanage #NairobiNationalPark #WTTC #ThrivingWildlifeForever

[Kenya Wildlife Service @KWSKenya]

𝐀𝐧 𝐮𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐜𝐚𝐦𝐞 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐄𝐜𝐨𝐬𝐜𝐚𝐩𝐞𝐬 𝐅𝐚𝐫𝐦; 𝐚 𝐦𝐚𝐥𝐞 𝐰𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐛𝐮𝐜𝐤 𝐰𝐚𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬.
When the KWS Rift Valley Mobile Veterinary Unit arrived, they found the exhausted animal trapped in a dangerous situation. A winch-wire snare had become tightly wound around its head and neck, leaving painful wounds and restricting its movement.

Stranded in the water and unable to free itself, the waterbuck's survival depended on urgent intervention.
Reaching the animal was no simple task. Members of the veterinary team had to swim out to the struggling waterbuck, carefully approaching and restraining it before removing the snare and treating its injuries.

The rescue highlights the dedication of wildlife veterinarians and rangers, whose work often takes them into challenging environments where quick thinking, skill, and teamwork are essential to saving lives.

Following treatment, the waterbuck was translocated to Crater Lake Conservancy, where it can recover in a safer environment.

While this waterbuck was fortunate, many animals caught in snares are not. Often associated with illegal bushmeat hunting and other forms of wildlife crime, snares are indiscriminate traps that injure and kill wildlife. Their impact extends far beyond a single animal, affecting wildlife populations and undermining conservation efforts.

The public can play an important role in protecting wildlife by reporting suspected wildlife crimes and other illegal activities through our 24-hour toll-free hotline, 0800 597 000, or via WhatsApp on 0726 610509.

Thanks to the swift response of the team, this waterbuck now has an excellent chance of making a full recovery. To support the KWS veterinary team in responding to wildlife emergencies, please visit https://t.co/CMz0Dl2Xtk

#ThrivingWildlifeForever

[Kenya Wildlife Service @KWSKenya]

Yesterday, she was fighting for her life.
Today, she is beginning her recovery.

An injured lioness from the Sopa Pride received urgent treatment from the KWS veterinary team in the Maasai Mara after sustaining severe wounds during a likely territorial conflict.

Her wounds were cleaned and treated, and medication was administered to support healing and prevent infection. Most importantly, examinations confirmed that she had not sustained any spinal injuries, giving her a strong chance of making a full recovery.

Behind every successful wildlife rescue is a dedicated team on the ground and your support, which helps make these life-saving interventions possible.
Be part of her recovery 👉 https://t.co/CMz0Dl2Xtk

Karibu, Tutunze Simba Wetu Pamoja!

#ThrivingWildlifeForever #ConservationInAction #KenyaWildlifeService