By Reporter
The Cabinet Secretary (CS) for Tourism and Wildlife, Rebeca Miano, has spearheaded a critical wildlife conservation initiative in Tsavo West National Park, overseeing an ear notching and transmitter fitting exercise for rhinos in the Ngulia Conservancy.
The event, which brought together a diverse group of stakeholders, underscores Kenya’s continued commitment to prioritizing wildlife conservation as part of its national agenda.
The CS emphasized that the ear notching and transmitter fitting are crucial elements of the national strategy to safeguard the rhino population. According to Miano, the exercise is integral to Kenya’s Black Rhino Action Plan (2022-2026), which seeks to address the conservation and management of rhino populations in the country.
Speaking during the event, CS Miano assured the public that ear notching, a process in which rhinos are marked with notches in their ears, poses no danger to the animals.
“This exercise, combined with modern technology, will enhance our ability to protect rhinos from various threats and improve population management strategies,” she said.
The data collected through the transmitters will allow for better tracking and monitoring, providing vital information for informed decision-making regarding rhino management and protection.
The introduction of tracking technology aims to create a more accurate understanding of the rhino population in Tsavo, an essential step for ensuring their ongoing survival in the face of poaching and habitat loss.
This initiative is part of Kenya’s broader conservation efforts, which remain a key focus for both the government and the various partners working alongside it in the wildlife sector.
