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How AI technology is aiding Mountain Bongo conservation in Kenya

Some of the mountain bongos that were repatriated from US in February at the Mountain Bongo and Rhino sanctuary in Meru County. [Phares Mutembei, Standard]

Scientists at the Mount Kenya Wildlife Conservancy are lauding the introduction of artificial intelligence-driven camera technology in their Mountain Bongo conservation, breeding, and rewilding program for significantly enhancing efficiency and success in re-establishing the critically endangered species in its natural habitat.

According to researchers, the application of this technology—a combination of AI-enabled cameras, software, and several mobile and computer applications—now places Kenya at the cutting edge of global conservation.

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