For months, Esupat’s fate was unknown—until a late-night call changed everything. Her return is a symbol of resilience, but also a warning: pangolins need protected land, and time is running out. Read how you can help secure their future.

When pangolins are in danger, swift action can mean the difference between life and death. After two tragic pangolin fatalities on electric fences in October 2024, The Pangolin Project and local conservancies mobilized rapidly—holding emergency meetings, reaching over 570 people in public events, and de-electrifying 71 km of fencing to prevent further losses.

This powerful community-led effort proves that conservation is strongest when people take the lead. But more work remains. Join us in securing safe habitats and protecting Kenya’s last Giant Ground Pangolins.

📖 Read more about how rapid response is saving pangolins in Nyekweri.

Youth Engagement: An impactful story involves young boys who, after learning about pangolins, discovered one and made sure to alert elders and The Pangolin Project, demonstrating the effectiveness of educational outreach.

In Nyekweri Forest, protecting Kenya’s last Giant Ground Pangolins means more than just monitoring—it’s about securing their habitat and empowering local communities. By combining land leases, citizen science, and trust-based collaboration, The Pangolin Project is creating a conservation model that benefits people and wildlife alike. Discover how this bold approach is restoring critical habitats and paving the way for pangolin protection.

📖 Read more to see how land and community come together to save one of the world’s most endangered species.

How do you protect one of the world’s most elusive creatures? In Nyekweri Forest, The Pangolin Project is using innovative technology, community collaboration, and bold conservation strategies to save Kenya’s last Giant Ground Pangolins. With as few as 30 individuals estimated in the region, their survival symbolizes hope for an entire ecosystem. Discover how habitat restoration, tagging, and community-driven solutions are making a difference.

📖 Read more to uncover the challenges and breakthroughs in protecting pangolins and the critical habitats they call home.

In Nyekweri Forest, conservation isn’t just about protecting pangolins—it’s about safeguarding stories, traditions, and a way of life. Maasai elders are teaching us the Maa names and cultural significance of wildlife, weaving together biodiversity protection and cultural heritage. Discover how this bold collaboration is preserving not only ecosystems but also the legacy of a community deeply connected to the land.

📖 Read more to explore the stories behind the names like Entaboi (pangolin) and Naishiri Dama (aardvark), and see how cultural respect strengthens conservation efforts.