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The Conservation Area did not receive any rainfall during August. The vegetation is slowly drying up, and water pans are fewer and not as full
Read moreAugust was characterized by predominantly dry conditions across the Mara Ecosystem, with vegetation in many areas gradually turning golden brown as the dry season progressed. The roads remained dusty, while water levels in several water pans quickly declined.
Read moreIn August, the Aerial Unit flew 236.6 hours and covered 30,180 kilometres. The dry season was at its height across Tsavo, the landscape parched and open. It was a demanding month, dominated by a major rhino notching and tagging operation, two challenging elephant translocations, sustained anti-poaching and livestock pressure across Galana Ranch, and a significant bushfire.
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