Anti-Poisoning Campaign

Six Lions Lost to Poison in One Day—Why Immediate Action Matters

2026 opened with heartbreak in the Amboseli ecosystem. On 5 January, six lions were lost in one devastating poisoning incident inside Kitenden Conservancy, a place meant to connect wildlife, people, and landscapes, not bury them in silence. In a single day, an entire pride was wiped out, sending shockwaves through conservation teams and communities alike.…

Strengthening Community Action: Anti-Poisoning Campaign

By Philip J. Briggs & Luke Maamai On April 28, 2025, Lion Guardians launched a powerful anti-poisoning campaign in the Osewan area—one of the Amboseli ecosystem’s most persistent poisoning hotspots. Since 2009, we’ve documented the deaths of at least 20 lions here due to poisoning, with many more likely going unreported due to the area’s…

Anti-Poisoning Campaign Pre-Launch: A Vital Step to Combat Poisoning

By Filberto Mayiani, Lion Monitoring Coordinator, and Philip J. Briggs, Lion Conservation Advisor For years, Lion Guardians has been working tirelessly to mitigate the threats facing lions in the greater Amboseli ecosystem. Among the most pressing dangers is poisoning, which not only devastates lion populations but also impacts other predators and scavengers that play crucial…