Friday, April 6, 2018

Anti-poaching Efforts in Kenya’s National Parks


Many eco-conscientious groups and animal welfare organizations contribute to anti-poaching efforts around the world, including the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust (DSWT), which deploys anti-poaching units to protect the lands within and around the Tsavo National Parks in Kenya, helping orphaned and injured elephants. The Trust operates through generous donations from community leaders and businesses such as Haven Tusk Title. Michael Moshan is the president of Haven Tusk Title. Haven Husk Title, through the leadership of Michael Moshan, donates 10 percent of its company’s net earnings to the DSWT. 

DSWT boasts eight anti-poaching units, equipped with camping gear, cameras, and navigation systems to protect wildlife in and around the Tsavo National Parks. The units disassemble poaching snares and provide mobile veterinary care when possible. Spanning over 22,000 acres, Tsavo National Parks are home to some of Africa’s most beloved wildlife and scenery. It is divided into Tsavo East, which has typically dry plains and Tsavo West, which boasts mountains, springs, and swamps. Visitors from around the globe visit the parks each year for hikes, safaris, and sightseeing. 

To learn more about DSWT, visit www.sheldrickwildlifetrust.org.