CLEAN : Kenya launches elephant census

The video discusses an elephant census conducted every three years to monitor population trends in a key ecosystem. In 2014, 11,217 elephants were counted, showing a 10% decline from 2011 due to poaching. However, 85% of these elephants were in protected areas, indicating a 10% increase in park populations. While drought-related mortality is noted, poaching remains the primary threat, though it has been contained. The video also considers the potential impact of the SGR on elephant movement, though it is too early to determine significant effects. This census serves as baseline data for future assessments.

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