'Wildlife corridors' are encouraged to support Kenya's recovering animal populations

In LEWA, Kenya, conservationists are concerned about shrinking wildlife habitats despite successful recovery efforts for threatened species, citing climate change and human activities as threats. The Lewa Wildlife Conservancy is working to establish wildlife corridors to support animal movement and reduce human-wildlife conflict, with a focus on black rhinos and other mammals. While wildlife populations have increased, the challenge lies in protecting habitats, creating new corridors, and addressing the impact of human population growth and urbanization on wildlife ecosystems in Kenya.

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