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It started with a lucky sighting on the Great Plains camera: At first glance, it looked like the Chyulu lions were just enjoying a lazy morning. But then, starkly visible through the thermal lens, a wire snare was seen cinched around one of the male’s necks. Treatment to save... him unfolded last Sunday (our SWT/KWS Mobile Vet Units always being on-call), & took place seamlessly, without a hitch. Fortunately, the deadly snare hadn't yet caused a grievous injury: the team carefully removed the trap, treated the wound, revived the patient, & watched as he rejoined his coalition nearby. Our thanks to KWS and Great Plains, along with Big Life & Lion Guardians, who monitored the lion from daybreak & were present for his treatment. Through our habitat protection, anti-poaching, aerial operations, & mobile vet initiatives, we are working to secure a future for Kenya’s big cats. Discover more about our conservation work:show more

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Chris1 year ago

On behalf of all the animals, thank you for all you do for them.❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

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Aprile😼Guarino🎢1 year ago

He looks like he's so confused about what happened to him but so lucky you spotted him!

Melanie | The Pup Mommy1 year ago

Sheldrick is one of THE best wildlife conservation and protection organizations anywhere in the world. Sooo deserving of your support.

Quinn Piper1 year ago

This story made my morning - thank you! And a special nod to the person who managed to sync the syringe-tap to the soundtrack 🥂

am in umbria1 year ago

Thank you for saving him🙏🌹❤️

Dr. Christine Wong1 year ago

Fearless vet team

Joanna1 year ago

In all the doom and gloom of international news, your posts are like a balm, a breath of hope... ❤️🐘🦒🦁🦏

Fallen Angel X1 year ago

Thank you🫡🥹❤️

SWi1 year ago

Snares are so evil! Thank you! ❤️🦁❤️🦁

Judy Yeager1 year ago

Without you all I'd hate to think of the fate that would have befallen all these animals. Heartfelt thank you💜

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