BONE-DRY: AMBOSELI'S STRUGGLE FOR SURVIVAL

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What is the main issue facing Amboseli as described in the text?

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A severe drought is affecting the Amboseli ecosystem, leading to starvation and dehydration of wildlife.

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What happened to the elephant calf mentioned in the text?

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The elephant calf was too weak to stand due to starvation and dehydration, and eventually died.

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How much rain did some areas of the Greater Amboseli ecosystem receive compared to expectations?

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Some areas received only 15% of the expected rains.

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What dilemma do animals face due to the drought?

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Animals must choose between traveling far for food and risking dehydration, or staying near water and risking starvation.

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How has poaching been affected by the drought?

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Poaching for bushmeat has doubled in July and August compared to 2021, as weakened animals are easier targets.

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What challenges are farmers facing due to the drought?

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Farmers' crops are being targeted by desperate wildlife, and community waterpoints are under strain.

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What impact has the drought had on livestock?

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Livestock are weak and vulnerable to predators like lions and hyenas.

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What are some of the actions Big Life is taking to address the crisis?

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Big Life is deploying rangers to stop poaching, creating rapid response units, increasing compensation for livestock predation, and establishing wildlife feeding points.

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How has global inflation affected Big Life's operations?

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Inflation has increased costs for fuel, ranger rations, compensation payouts, and maintenance, stretching Big Life's budget.

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What is the long-term outlook for the Amboseli ecosystem according to the text?

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The rains are expected to return, and Big Life is confident in their programs to ensure long-term survival of the ecosystem.