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January 13, 2026
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Late Amboseli super tusker Craig to be preserved through taxidermy

Late Amboseli super tusker Craig to be preserved through taxidermy

Late Amboseli super tusker Craig to be preserved through taxidermy..

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The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) has initiated the taxidermy preservation of Craig, the renowned Amboseli National Park super tusker who recently passed away at 54 years old.

  • Craig, born in January 1972, was one of the last remaining super tuskers in Africa, known for tusks weighing over 45 kilograms (100 lbs) each.
  • The Director General of KWS, Prof. Erustus Kanga, stated that the preservation ensures Craig's legacy endures for future generations.
  • Once completed, Craig's taxidermy mount will be housed in a designated facility for public viewing, education, and conservation awareness.

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