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Encounters with poachers - Ivory $6k/kilo on open market - Killing elephant can set someone up for life Herds of wildlife can cause significant agricultural damage New laws against poaching, tries to address conflicts between farmers & poachers (incentives & penalties) "A Rangers Life is a Dangerous Life." New comic book - Talks about dangers of poaching - Education & awareness How has elephant population changed over time 38k elephants now/160k in '60s. Role of drones & high tech Pilot program (maybe not a effective because of large areas, poachers are sneaky.) - Show of military boots on ground most effective Poachers mostly done at night, night vision, sophisticated weapons. [[strikethrough]] poachers very snea [[/strikethrough]] Solomon real life story of encounters - Has had ~60 encounters & has lost some of his colleagues. Killed by poacher (rifles, bow & arrow) Outreach programs to youth - Conservation education wardens in communities - Radio show & exhibitions USAID is a collaborative partner of KWS Avg income in Kenya: $120/mo Nairobi National Park - near airport
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