By Leah Crabtree | Project Leader
We are back with the latest updates from the ground at Ol Pejeta.
August remained exceptionally dry at Ol Pejeta, mirroring the severe dry conditions being experienced nationwide. High winds swept across the conservancy, noticeably impacting local wildlife behavior. Our field teams observed buffalo herds breaking up into smaller groups, with females mixing into bachelor herds as they retreated deep into thick bush and along dwindling watercourses to seek shelter from the wind and search for remaining water sources.
These severe conditions highlight why climate resilience is central to our work. Protecting wildlife isn't just about security; it's about active landscape management, monitoring, and supporting ecosystems under growing climate stress.
More positive news, we celebrated nine years without a single rhino poached at Ol Pejeta.
This achievement represents nine years of rangers walking the ground watching, listening, and standing between these animals and the threats that once pushed them toward extinction. It is a milestone made possible by the courage and determination of the men and women who protect our wildlife every single day, even amidst harsh climate conditions.
While a long road lies ahead and climate pressures continue to challenge our ecosystem, we pause today to reflect on how far we have come.
Thank you for making this vital work possible.
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