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January 10, 2026
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Poisoned carcass kills 6 lions, 34 vultures near Amboseli National Park

Poisoned carcass kills 6 lions, 34 vultures near Amboseli National Park

The animals are believed to have died after feeding on a cow carcass deliberately laced with poison in the Kitenden area along the Kenya–Tanzania border...

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A devastating poisoning incident near Amboseli National Park has resulted in the deaths of six lions and 34 vultures after they consumed a poisoned cow carcass. This tragic event has prompted a joint cross-border investigation between Kenya and Tanzania.

  • Six lions and 34 vultures died after feeding on a deliberately poisoned cow carcass in the Kitenden area.
  • Kitenden Conservancy and Orgulului/Olalarashi Group Ranch have banned livestock grazing by herders from Kitenden village, Tanzania, until suspects are apprehended.
  • Two suspects from Tanzania are under surveillance, and authorities from both nations have pledged firm action to bring those responsible to justice.

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