While we're best known for our work with elephants, our Orphans' Project extends to all manner of species. This is especially true at our Kaluku Neonate Nursery in Tsavo, where an unlikely family has taken shape. Meet our Kaluku herd: www.sheldrickwildlifetrust.o...

Little Zigi turns eight months old this month. Surrounded by adoring nannies and watched over by Keepers, he's doing wonderfully – as is his mother, Zongoloni, who has embraced motherhood after her own traumatic start as a poaching orphan. www.sheldrickwildlifetrust.o...

Meet Solio – proof that saving one rhino can impact the species as a whole. Orphaned by poaching, we raised her in our care, until she was ready to reintegrate into Nairobi National Park. She has since had two calves – both contributing to Kenya's rhino recovery. www.sheldrickwildlifetrust.o...

Through boreholes, water bowsers, and dams, we provide elephants, rhinos, giraffes, and countless other creatures access to drinking water. Without this, animals would be forced onto community land – creating human-wildlife conflict. Your support ensures wildlife can stay within safe borders.

After nearly four years away, ex-orphan Tundani just returned home! The Voi orphans were awed to be in the presence of this wise older brother. He even visited Chapeyu, who's still recovering from his spear injury. Rescued in 2013, Tundani is now thriving in wild life: www.swt.bio/tundani

Raising an orphan black rhino is a commitment spanning 8–10 years. Infant Tytan still needs night feeds. Chamboi (seen here) is becoming a typical toddler, and Apollo is learning independence at Rhino Base. Each is at a different stage of their reintegration journey: sheldrickwildlifetrust.org/r...

Voi just witnessed the most glorious homecoming – long-absent ex-orphans returned to debut two new babies! Meet Kihari leading the group with brand new baby Kiki. Somehow everyone knew to gather this morning: 54 orphans, ex-orphans, and wild-born babies in total: sheldrickwildlifetrust.org/news

Meet Nala – our newest Ithumba granddaughter who debuted on 22nd November! Born to ex-orphan Nasalot and flanked by notorious rascal brothers Nusu and Noah, the Keepers described her as "very strong, healthy, and energetic." She'll need to be to keep up with those two.

After 532 days, our beautiful senior cat Spike has found his forever home! We're so grateful that he has a safe, quiet place to spend his golden years, and we know he'll get all the love he deserves with his kind new person. Congratulations, Spikey! 💚

If you're not vegan, you're on Santa's naughty list... 📝🎅 But you can change that! 🫵 If you want to be on Santa's nice list, stop paying for the exploitation of animals. Live vegan.

A vegan isn’t just someone with a different diet. A vegan is a mirror. And a lot of people are terrified of mirrors. Especially moral ones.

🏠Hempstead Animal Shelter ☎️(516) 785-5220 📍3320 Beltagh Avenue , Unit Wantagh, NY 11793 💻[email protected] Will MELIA get her happily ever after? She doesn't want to spend another Christmas in the shelter. 😢 Santa claus must have a special someone for her. 24petconnect.com/DetailsMain/...

Thank you. That Sanofi/Flublok/Fluzone ad has been tormenting me since 2022… I even saw a standee using that ad campaign back when I went to Walmart. They were still pushing this. As a pharmaceutical company, they shouldn't be taking lies from outdated literature. They need to discontinue it!

Been traveling...nice to be home 😊 Hard enough having gephyrophobia (fear of bridges!), but then throw in some unexpected days of fog, yikes! My Sheps were such troopers 🥰🥰🥰 Now to catch-up on the Orange Plague news 😱

From fairytales to modern horror films, wolves are too often cast as monsters and that misinformation shapes public opinion more than science does. In the UK and Ireland, where wolves have been absent for centuries, this fear is one of the biggest barriers to wolf recovery. 🔗 https://bit.ly/48mtSA3

If a Ukraine proposal was shaped to benefit a foreign power tied to Kushner’s money, that’s not diplomacy: it’s corruption… hartmannreport.com/p/kushner-uk...

Led by matriarch Murera, Umani Springs has become a haven for ex-orphan mothers raising their wild-born calves. The youngest members – Lenny, Mwana, Zigi, and Sulwe – tumble and play under watchful eyes, growing up knowing safety and family bonds: sheldrickwildlifetrust.org/o...

Our SWT/KWS Veterinary Units exist to alleviate animal suffering. This successful operation to save a snared elephant's trunk earlier this year is a powerful reminder of the difference they make. To date, more than 3,800 elephants have been offered life-saving treatment by our Veterinary Units.

Orphaned at a week old, Kaikai has known little family other than her trio of Keepers, Mishak, Joseph, and Simon. They're not just caregivers; they're parents, her safe place, and the reason she came through the darkest chapter of her young life. You can be a part of her family too: swt.bio/kaikai

#Throwback to milk inspector Korbessa urging Keeper Joseph along – those bottles won't make themselves! What began as a one-off extra serving of milk turned into a daily expectation. The boys in the herd don’t even bother asking – they know that bonus bottle belongs to her: swt.bio/korbessa

When Apollo outgrew our Kaluku Nursery and moved up to Rhino Base, it marked a pivotal step on his path back to the wild. This secure sanctuary gives him the space to build independence while still benefiting from expert care and close monitoring. www.sheldrickwildlifetrust.o...

The moment Kaikai grew strong enough to walk great distances, our little sprite discovered her non-negotiable: daily mud baths. Weather forecasts mean nothing. Keeper schedules are merely suggestions. When Kaikai decides it's mud time, it's mud time! swt.bio/kaikai

If you can't stand watching it be produced... WHY are you eating it and wearing it ⁉️

We’re delighted the fur ban has entered Polish law 👏 The fur industry is cruel and outdated, confining millions of wild animals in tiny cages for an unnecessary product. Sadly, it remains legal in other countries, which export and sell fur products into the UK.

We urge the UK government to prioritise the upcoming Fur Bill in January, which proposes a ban on the import and sale of all fur in the UK, and ensure it is given sufficient time in parliament. Read more in our latest blog:

Since hunting season began, 76 wolves have been killed in MT and with over 3.5 months of the season still ahead, this number could rise even higher. At the same time, ESA protections for wolves remain at risk, putting them in even greater danger. 📣It’s time to take action: https://bit.ly/3MgCU9i

We have exciting news from McCleery Ranch! Male gray wolf, Lakota, has officially moved into a shared habitat with female McCleery wolf, Mariah. Wolves are deeply social animals who thrive on companionship. It’s been heartwarming to watch these two bond and enjoy each other's company.

One of the most important measures of well-being in Wolf Haven's resident animals is their ability to relax. We feel profound joy watching our new resident coyote, Norman, so at ease in his new sanctuary life 💚 #wolfhaven #wolfsanctuary #coyote #sanctuarylife #insidelook #naptime #peaceful

Breaking news🚨The Center for Biological Diversity filed a notice today of its intent to sue the USFWS for refusing to develop a national gray wolf recovery plan under the ESA. “This cycle of on-and-off again protections must end. Wolves deserve to be safe." Read more: https://bit.ly/4pbL697

NEW: President Trump has never before been in such an echo chamber His domestic travel has basically stopped. He sees rich donors and MAGA media, not actual voters Everyone around him is saying he is right. But polls show more Americans think he is wrong www.theatlantic.com/politics/202...

Happy #GivingTuesday from the animals! We're raising funds all day today to help end animal cruelty. Will you join us?

Meet Kaikai, who has captured every heart at Kaluku. Daphne Sheldrick once said when orphans play, you know they've turned a corner. For Kaikai, who had a heart-breaking start to life, seeing her turn a wave “hello” into a game shows her recovery is well underway. Adopt her: www.swt.bio/kaikai

We now celebrate 83 wild-born calves who exist because we rescued their mothers years ago. Nasalot (seen here with baby Nala and Nusu), was one such elephant orphaned by tragedy, now raising her family in the wild. Discover how your donation can have twice the impact: www.sheldrickwildlifetrust.o...

Welcome Kaikai to the family! Orphaned at 1 week old, Kaikai survived thanks to the bravery of rangers, the teamwork of conservationists, and the expertise of our Keepers. Adopt her today and you’ll be one of her first adopters - plus your donation will be doubled for #GivingTuesday: swt.bio/kaikai

Today, on #GivingTuesday, you have the power to DOUBLE your impact! Thanks to generous philanthropic partners, donations and adoptions made today will be MATCHED, up to $800,000. But we can’t meet our goal without you. If you want to support us, today is the day! www.sheldrickwildlifetrust.o...

It’s a high honor, in my opinion, when another species (like Goji) chooses to curl up pressed against you. 🥰

Caring for orphaned rhinos is a round-the-clock commitment. Did you spot the bunk bed? That's where Chamboi's Keeper slept during those early months after his rescue. A year on, his daily milk needs are still being met thanks to our donors. sheldrickwildlifetrust.org/p...

One more sleep… set your alarms as tomorrow, we’ll be running a very special #GivingTuesday Matched Giving campaign. It’s your chance to donate or adopt, knowing your gift will have double the impact for Kenya’s wildlife. Stay tuned, we’ll share more tomorrow on our website and social feed!

A very special new arrival is ready to join our foster program tomorrow – we can’t wait for you to meet her! She's had a hard start to life but her incredible story is proof that love conquers all. Watch this space… sheldrickwildlifetrust.org/o...

Ireland is so beautiful. Just imagine how it would be if we actually protected and restored our nature, instead of killing it off everywhere, on land and at sea?

When describing awful humans and acts of awful human violence... PLEASE stop using terms like ~ they were like animals sick puppies died like a dog died like an animal treated us like dogs treated us like animals etc., etc. INSTEAD...replace dog(s), animal(s) with MONSTERS!! TY, The animals & dogs

Keep in mind: Trump put tariffs on Ukraine and exempted Russia

Latest Manatee Update from Blue Spring State Park! The river temperature dropped to 65.8F (18.8C) and the manatee count jumped to 136! However the only adoptee seen was Lily! A bunch of manatees were cavorting in the middle of the spring run (pictured here)

Pinky and Burrito are obsessed with the fall leaves! Such a cute moment from volunteer Anda 💚

American Red Wolves are critically endangered & getting their story to a broader audience is vital to conservation success. Recently, National Geographic created a graphic novel style video called "America’s Wolf” to engage us all in the lives of this resilient species: youtu.be/AN1XauYWOmA?...

We are reigniting our partnership with Bhutan Foundation in 2026 to sponsor the Promoting Ecological and Community Engagement (PEaCE) project in Jigme Dorji National Park. Photo: Bhutan Foundation snowleopardconservancy.org/promoting-pe...

We are expanding our One Health One Welfare program by partnering with zoologist Kartik Thevar, who will work with Sikkim's Himalayan Zoological Park to empower wildlife caretakers through hands-on training and mentorship. snowleopardconservancy.org/advancing-we... Photo: Kartik Thevar

I asked Google: how many eco-friendly clean animal shelters could the millionaires and billionaires open Some of AI response: A single billionaire could theoretically fund the construction of hundreds or thousands of state-of-the-art, eco-friendly shelters by allocating a portion of their fortune.

Naipoki’s new baby is a special milestone for us: He is the 80th known calf born to an orphan we rescued, raised, and reintegrated back into the wild. This new generation is helping to secure a future for Kenya's elephants - one baby at a time. www.sheldrickwildlifetrust.o...

The formula we use to feed orphaned rhinos is tailored specifically to their nutritional needs – and different from what we give orphan elephants. We've successfully hand-raised 20 rhinos to date – this critically endangered youngster is Chamboi (filmed in 2024). Meet him: swt.bio/chamboi