In Kenya, its breathtaking wildlife is a crucial asset, with over 80 major species of wildlife and 1,000 bird species. The magnificent flora and fauna attract many visitors, who contribute essential foreign exchange and numerous employment opportunities.
Kenya is deeply aware of the connection between its society and the wild, which has led to the country taking a leading role in wildlife and environmental protection. For centuries, tribal society coexisted harmoniously with animals, with the natural balance ensuring survival for both. However, in recent times, human encroachment on nature has disrupted this balance. Kenya is now making extensive efforts to safeguard and restore the natural balance wherever possible.
Serious efforts have been made to address the issue of poaching in Nairobi. One popular bumper sticker regularly spotted on vehicles in the city states ‘Only elephants should wear ivory’. In earlier times, hunters would travel to Kenya specifically to hunt the ‘Big Five’ animals which include elephants, rhinoceroses, buffalos, lions, and leopards. However, these days visitors prefer capturing them through their camera lenses rather than hunting them down. Witnessing any wildlife in Kenya’s expansive and unrestricted grasslands is a truly awe-inspiring experience, but encountering the ‘big five’ is especially thrilling.
In Kenya, you will encounter a variety of animals, including Sable Antelope, Roan Antelope, Bongo, Buffalo, Bushbuck, Duiker, Dikdik, Eland, Elephant, Grant’s Gazelle, Thomson’s Gazelle, Gerenuk, Masai Giraffe, Reticulated Giraffe,Rothschild’s Giraffe,Hartebeest, Hippopotamus,Forest Hog, Warthog, Tree Hyrax,Rock Hyrax, Impala, Klipspringer,Greater Kudu, Black Rhinoceros, White Rhinoceros, Common Waterbuck, Defassa Waterbuck, Burchell’s or Common Zebra, Grey’s Zebra,Wildebeest or White Bearded Gnu,Aardwolf,Cheetah,Spotted Hyena,Striped Hyena, Black Backed Jacakal,Leopard,Lion,Crocodile etc
