Mapping the forgotten Grevy’s zebra
While small, isolated populations of Grevy’s zebra persist in Garissa and Wajir, most conservation efforts in Kenya have been concentrated in Laikipia, Samburu, and Isiolo Counties, with the IUCN range map overlooking populations in Garissa, Wajir, and beyond the Kenyan border in the Somali region of Ethiopia and parts of Somalia.
These neglected populations face severe risks from habitat fragmentation, competition for resources, and a lack of protective measures.
To address this gap, HAWP is launching an extensive Grevy’s zebra survey across eastern Kenya, the Somali region of Ethiopia, and parts of Somalia to accurately map these scattered populations.
By updating the global Grevy’s zebra distribution records and integrating these cross-border populations, HAWP aims to bring visibility to this endangered species in under-monitored areas. Our team will document threats in these regions and use the findings to create a strategic recovery plan, including establishing new protected areas and cross-border conservation initiatives.
This multi-country conservation effort marks a critical step toward safeguarding the future of Grevy’s zebra across its historic range, supporting local community involvement, and creating a more secure future for this overlooked species in the Horn of Africa.