Ol Pejeta Conservancy

The Ol Pejeta Conservancy is a wildlife conservancy located in Laikipia, Kenya. It is situated in the highlands, an area characterized by a mix of evergreen forests and grasslands. This region supports a diverse range of wildlife, including elephants and rhinoceroses, though these populations have been impacted by poaching and habitat loss.1

The conservancy is part of Kenya's broader efforts to manage its abundant wildlife, which often lives outside designated national parks and game reserves. Initiatives like the "parks beyond parks" program aim to involve local communities in wildlife management and revenue sharing to foster tolerance and reduce human-wildlife conflict. Kenya's diverse ecosystems, from highland rainforests to arid regions and coastal forests, support a wide array of animals, including lions, leopards, giraffes, and various antelope species.1