David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust Nursery
The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust Nursery is a renowned facility located in Nairobi, Kenya, dedicated to the rescue and rehabilitation of orphaned elephants. Established in 1977, it focuses on providing care for young elephants that have lost their mothers due to poaching or human-wildlife conflict. The nursery aims to prepare these elephants for eventual reintegration into the wild.
Visitors to the nursery can observe the elephants during their daily feeding and mud-bathing sessions. The facility also emphasizes conservation education, raising awareness about the threats facing elephants and the importance of protecting their habitats. Through its efforts, the nursery plays a crucial role in elephant conservation.