Best known for our work to protect elephants, the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust (SWT) operates the most successful orphan elephant rescue and rehabilitation program in the world. But we do much more than this.

Rescued orphans that can be adopted

Busara

Female

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Current age

4 years

Date of Birth

14 May 2020

Reason Orphaned

Drought related

Wamata

Female

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Current age

14 months

Date of Birth

10 September 2023

Reason Orphaned

Found alone

Korbessa

Female

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Current age

15 months

Date of Birth

21 August 2023

Reason Orphaned

Trapped in a well

45 Years of the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust

Discover how our conservation story began and delve into the legacy we are nurturing, each and every day, with your support.

We embrace all measures that complement the conservation, preservation and protection of wildlife including anti-poaching, safe guarding the natural environment, enhancing community awareness and providing veterinary assistance to animals in need.

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Introducing Our Limited-Edition Book: Field Notes, Volume I

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Watch: Aerial Patrol Finds Bull Targeted by Poachers

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The Rescue of Busara

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How you can help

There is so much more we can do to protect wildlife and you do not have to travel to Kenya to make a difference.

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