Security staff at the Elephant Bedroom camp in Samburu National Reserve successfully rescued a seriously injured and traumatized baby elephant about 6-8 weeks old. The incident took place at 2am on Sunday when the alert trio responded to the baby elephant’s distressed cries. Without fear, they dove into the fast-flowing Ewaso Nyiro River to save its life.

The joint initiative of Save the Elephants and the Kenya Elephant Conservation Service (KWS) played a key role in protecting the baby elephant’s health until the rescue team from the Society’s Reteti Elephant Conservation Community the elephant reached the location. Despite the field investigation team’s efforts to find the baby elephant’s mother, no trace of her has been found. On site, the baby elephant received stable care from KWS wildlife veterinarian Dr. Matthew Muitinda and the Reteti team. The elephant was then transferred to the sanctuary for further care and rehabilitation.

This morning, Reteti Elephant Sanctuary shared an encouraging update on Lomunyak, confirming his robust health. With his wounds carefully stitched, the boy is now healthy and proficient in drinking milk from a bottle. There is an optimistic outlook that Lomunyak will continue its steady recovery, showing further improvement. Rest assured, we will continue to provide constant updates on his remarkable journey.

A special commendation goes to the staff at Elephant Bedroom camp, displaying incredible courage and compassion. This is the second time they bravely jumped into the river to rescue a baby elephant. Their tireless dedication and swift action made a significant impact on these rescue operations.

Lomunyak’s rescue not only symbolizes human compassion but also highlights the importance of collaborative efforts in wildlife conservation. It serves as a reminder of the challenges that wild animals face in their natural habitats and the important role that individuals and organizations play in ensuring their survival. .

As Lomunyak continues his journey to recovery, his story is an inspiration to us all, reminding us of the resilience of nature and the power of collective action in conserving biodiversity precious knowledge of our planet.