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The previous edition of Field Notes was all about neonate orphans — the extraordinary commitment they require, and how it takes the absolute dedication of our Keepers to shepherd them through their first months.


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Motomo's Story

When we first received the report on 23rd March 2023, we thought there had to be some mistake: A lone adolescent elephant had been spotted 50 kilometres deep in community land.


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In November, the Aerial Unit logged 324 hours and covered 34,382 kilometres. The highlight was participating in Kenya's largest rhino notching and tagging operation, with 90 black rhinos attended in Tsavo West. Beyond this historic effort, the month brought the usual mix of human-elephant conflict resolution, animal rescues, veterinary support, and anti-poaching patro...


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We have lost a beloved member of the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust family. On the night of 3rd January 2026, Kirsty van Zeller, née Smith, passed away following a courageous battle with cancer. She left us in the light of a bright, beautiful full moon, with her family by her side.


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November was quieter than recent months, although teams still covered a remarkable 35,367 km on patrol. They recovered over 100 kg of bushmeat and 38 kg of ivory. In addition to their anti-poaching work, they assisted in firefighting operations as well as several veterinary cases.


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