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August 29, 2025
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Tourist pouring beer down elephant’s trunk in Kenya sparks anger

Tourist pouring beer down elephant’s trunk in Kenya sparks anger

He was filmed in a wildlife reservation drinking from a can of Tusker, a popular local beer, before giving the rest of it to the elephant. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..

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A Spanish man sparked outrage after posting videos of himself pouring beer down an elephant's trunk at the Ol Jogi Conservancy in Kenya, leading to multiple investigations. The incident, which went viral on social media, has drawn criticism from conservationists and prompted calls for stricter adherence to wildlife rules.

  • The elephant involved is believed to be Bupa, a well-known male at Ol Jogi Conservancy, rescued in 1989 from Zimbabwe.
  • The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) and Ol Jogi Conservancy are probing the incident, with staff expressing shock and concerns about animal welfare and safety.
  • The tourist, who goes by variations of Skydive_Kenya on social media, also violated rules at Ol Pejeta Conservancy by touching a rhino, highlighting broader issues with tourist conduct in wildlife reserves.

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