In a heartwarming rescue operation, KWS rangers and a team of veterinary officers attended to a distressed hippopotamus that had been snared by its left front leg in Olosuswa Conservancy, Nakuru County.
The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) team successfully removed the snare and later safely released the hippo back into its natural habitat.
“The importance of this rescue operation extends beyond the individual hippo. It serves as a potent reminder of the ongoing challenges faced by wildlife in their struggle for survival,” KWS says.
The authority is further advising the public that wildlife snaring is illegal and detrimental to “our precious ecosystems.”
“Let’s come together to protect and preserve Kenya’s rich wildlife heritage for posterity. To report any wildlife incidences, please call us through our toll free number 0800 597 000 or WhatsApp 0726 610509 for immediate intervention,” KWS adds.
