An Elephant Away
Synopsis
Amboseli National Park, home to over 50 mammal species, faces increasing threats from human encroachment and climate change, impacting wildlife and local farmers.
Synopsis
Isiah Korduni farms in the Amboseli Ecosystem of Kenya. He struggles to coexist with Three Holes, a matriarch elephant, as wildlife increasingly encroaches upon agricultural land. Amboseli National Park, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, faces threats from human development and climate change. Conservationists such as Vicki Fishlock and Craig Millar express concerns about dwindling resources and rising human-wildlife conflict. The documentary captures a tense coexistence shaped by environmental pressures and changing land use.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- See how Amboseli's elephants adapt to changing environments.
- Find out the impact of drought on local wildlife and farming.
- Meet the Maasai and learn about their coexistence with elephants.
Did You Know
- Amboseli National Park is located in Kajiado County, Kenya.
- In the late 1970s, drought and ivory demand reduced the elephant population to 480.
- The Amboseli ecosystem spans approximately 5,700 square kilometers.
- Amboseli is recognized as a UNESCO man and biosphere reserve.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the size of the Amboseli ecosystem?
The Amboseli ecosystem covers approximately 5,700 square kilometers.
How many mammal species are found in Amboseli National Park?
Amboseli National Park is home to more than 50 mammal species.
What has caused an increase in human-wildlife conflict in Amboseli?
Human-wildlife conflict has increased due to land subdivision and human encroachment, which trap animals in small ecological islands.
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