Ongoing Research
Discover the cutting-edge research projects currently underway at WRTI. Our scientists are working on innovative studies that advance wildlife conservation, biodiversity science, and ecosystem management across Kenya's diverse landscapes.
20
Active Projects
42
Research Scientists
15
Research Sites
$2.4M
Total Funding
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About the Wildlife Research & Training Institute (WRTI)
Principal Investigator: admin@wrti.go.ke
Started: August 2025
Duration: 24 months
WRTI is Kenya's premier wildlife research and training institution, advancing conservation through cutting-edge science, innovative technology, and comprehensive capacity building programs that protect biodiversity across East Africa.
Updated: Encouraging Pollinator Gardens in Nairobi
Principal Investigator: admin@wrti.go.ke
Started: May 2025
Duration: 24 months
Community-driven pollinator gardens reconnect city dwellers with nature and biodiversity.
Current Research Projects
About the Wildlife Research & Training Institute (WRTI)
Lead: admin@wrti.go.ke
Started: August 2025
WRTI is Kenya's premier wildlife research and training institution, advancing conservation through cutting-edge science, innovative technology, and comprehensive capacity building programs that protect biodiversity across East Africa.
Updated: Encouraging Pollinator Gardens in Nairobi
Lead: admin@wrti.go.ke
Started: May 2025
Community-driven pollinator gardens reconnect city dwellers with nature and biodiversity.
Raptors of Mount Kenya: Eagles and Hawks
Lead: admin@wrti.go.ke
Started: May 2025
Exploring the majestic birds of prey thriving in Mount Kenya's rugged landscapes.
Reteti Elephant Sanctuary: Rescuing Orphan Calves
Lead: admin@wrti.go.ke
Started: May 2025
A unique, community-led sanctuary that helps orphaned elephants find a second chance.
Coral Reef Restoration on the Kenyan Coast
Lead: admin@wrti.go.ke
Started: May 2025
Community-based coral restoration efforts aim to revive Kenya's nearshore reefs.
Kenya's Indigenous Tree Nurseries
Lead: admin@wrti.go.ke
Started: May 2025
Local tree nurseries reintroducing native species for broad ecological and social benefits.
Tracking Pangolins in Kenyan Woodlands
Lead: admin@wrti.go.ke
Started: May 2025
Insights into pangolin field research in Kenya's lesser-known woodlands.
The Role of Bees in Kenyan Agriculture
Lead: admin@wrti.go.ke
Started: May 2025
A look at how bees support Kenyan agriculture and the push to safeguard pollinators.
Exploring the Soda Lakes of the Great Rift
Lead: admin@wrti.go.ke
Started: May 2025
Spotlight on Kenya's soda lakes, their unique wildlife, and ongoing research.
Lion Guardians: Community-Led Predator Protection
Lead: admin@wrti.go.ke
Started: May 2025
How local Maasai initiatives use traditional knowledge for lion conservation success.
Kenya's High-Altitude Wetlands: Protecting Peatlands
Lead: admin@wrti.go.ke
Started: May 2025
Preserving peatlands at higher elevations for climate resilience and water security.
Combating Illegal Logging in Mau Forest
Lead: admin@wrti.go.ke
Started: May 2025
A look at reforestation and enforcement efforts to protect Mau Forest.
The Legacy of Kenya's Northern White Giraffes
Lead: admin@wrti.go.ke
Started: May 2025
An in-depth look at rare white giraffes and their protection in northern Kenya.
Building Sustainable Fisheries in Lamu
Lead: admin@wrti.go.ke
Started: May 2025
Examining sustainable fishing initiatives along Kenya's Lamu coast.
Samburu Culture and Elephant Conservation
Lead: admin@wrti.go.ke
Started: May 2025
A look at how Samburu traditions help protect and manage elephant populations.
Cheetah Corridors in Northern Kenya
Lead: admin@wrti.go.ke
Started: May 2025
Exploring how wildlife corridors help cheetah survival in Kenya's north.
Saving Kenya's Vultures from Extinction
Lead: admin@wrti.go.ke
Started: May 2025
Efforts to protect Kenya's vultures and highlight their ecological importance.
Mountain Bongo Revival in the Aberdares
Lead: admin@wrti.go.ke
Started: May 2025
Hopeful signs for the Mountain Bongo through breeding and reintroduction in the Aberdares.
Lake Nakuru's Flamingo Spectacle
Lead: admin@wrti.go.ke
Started: May 2025
An overview of the dazzling pink flamingos of Lake Nakuru and current habitat efforts.
Secrets of Kenya's Coastal Mangroves
Lead: admin@wrti.go.ke
Started: May 2025
A closer look at mangroves and their vital role in Kenya's coastal resilience.