Kenya moves 10 southern white rhinos to expand habitats, boost conservation


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  • Saturday, 30 Aug 2025

NAIROBI, Aug. 29 (Xinhua) -- The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) said Friday it has completed a 10-day operation to translocate 10 southern white rhinos to Loisaba Conservancy in northern Kenya, in a bid to expand habitats, boost breeding prospects, and strengthen protection for the species.

The exercise, conducted with Loisaba Conservancy, Lewa Wildlife Conservancy, and supported by Sharjah Safari, aligns with Kenya's strategy to manage rhino populations across secure, well-protected landscapes, the KWS said in a statement.

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