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Rare Grevy's zebras among wild animals at risk due to dry spells

Grevy's zebra on Mpala Conservancy in Laikipia County.

Scientists from the Wildlife Research and Training Institute in Naivasha are warning that the rare Grevy's zebras in Northern Kenya are facing starvation due to the prolonged drought.

Also facing the food threat are the Somali giraffes and several browsers in the semi-arid area as the ongoing drought continues to take its toll on both human and livestock.

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