Wajir Giraffe Sanctuary

sarcoptic mange in giraffes

Conservation News, Giraffe Conservation

Giraffe Calf Death in Wajir Raises Alarms Over Disease and Drought Challenges

Giraffe Calf Death in Wajir | Disease & Drought Conservation Response

Another tragic giraffe calf death in Wajir has been reported in Biyamathow town, Wajir South, underscoring the urgent threats facing wildlife in Northern Kenya. Experts suspect sarcoptic mange, a debilitating skin disease, caused the death and continues to spread among…

August 22, 2025

Giraffe Conservation, Wajir Giraffe Sanctuary

Wajir Giraffe Sanctuary Leads Conservation Efforts Amid Giraffe Skin Disease and Drought Challenges

Giraffe Conservation in Wajir | Tackling Disease & Drought

Giraffes, the world’s tallest land mammals, have long been a symbol of Kenya’s rich biodiversity. However, in Wajir County, their survival is under threat due to a combination of disease outbreaksandharsh environmental conditions. The Wajir Giraffe Sanctuary stands as a…

August 20, 2025

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