We are excited to report that four new males (who have manes!) have arrived in Samburu. This is the first time since 2008 that we have had new lions here. When they arrived, Lguret, our old resident
Human-Lion Conflict Increases During Drought in Samburu
The Ewaso Nyiro River dried up in early January causing immense challenges for the wildlife, the local people and their livestock in the region. Wildlife and livestock congregated at small waterholes,
Chalisa Moves to Lewa
We are thrilled to report that a young male lion who we last saw in Buffalo Springs National Reserve in November 2013, has been sighted in Lewa Wildlife Conservancy. The Lewa lion research team led by
Raised to Kill Lions, This Kenyan Warrior Now Saves Them
In 2010, one Samburu warrior, Jeneria Lekilelei, founded Warrior Watch to encourage Samburu men to conserve lions. Since then, the local lion population has risen from 11 animals to 50 today. Warrior Watch is part of Ewaso Lions, a group fighting to ensure a future for Kenya’s lion population.
Video: Our Expedition Up Mount Kenya for Lions
In January, we organised a team expedition up Mount Kenya. The five day trek was an unforgettable experience as we climbed to 3,985 meters (16,300 ft). In doing this, we were able to drew attention to
EARTH ISLAND JOURNAL: Samburu Warriors Are Safeguarding Kenya’s Lions
Samburu Warriors Are Safeguarding Kenya’s Lions By Kari Mutu Community-based program engages pastoralists in conservation work to reduce human-wildlife conflicts. Among the Samburu people, a
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Will This Mystery Lion Be the Next Dominant Male?
A new unidentified male lion has appeared suddenly, bringing with him a potential change to the make-up of the lion population in our Samburu study area. For the past three years, Lguret has been the
Predator-Proof Boma Installed After Lion Attacks
The lion population on the Laikipia commercial ranches is an important source population of lions for the entire region. In the past two years, drought conditions in the wider area have led to some