WRTI Research Centers
Four strategically located research centers across Kenya's major ecosystems, serving as the field infrastructure for wildlife data collection, monitoring, and research that powers the WRTI Wildlife Database.
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Major Centers12+
Field Stations6
Marine MPAs100%
Ecosystem CoverageFour Ecosystem-Based Research Centers
Comprehensive field research coverage across Kenya's biodiversity hotspots
Savannah Arid and Semi-Arid Ecosystems Research Center
The largest research network covering Kenya's iconic savannah and arid ecosystems. Headquarters at Tsavo Research Center in Tsavo East National Park, with sub-centers strategically located across eight additional national parks and reserves.
Locations
- • Tsavo East (HQ)
- • Tsavo West
- • Amboseli NP
- • Meru NP
- • 5+ additional sites
Research Focus
- • Elephant populations
- • Big cat monitoring
- • Drought impacts
- • Wildlife migrations
- • Human-wildlife conflict
Coastal and Marine Research Centre
Based in Malindi, Kilifi County, this center provides scientific evidence-based information to support decision-making on marine and coastal species population dynamics. Conducts long-term ecological monitoring across six marine protected areas.
Marine Protected Areas
- • Kisite-Mpunguti MPA
- • Diani-Chale MPA
- • Mombasa MPA
- • Watamu MPA
- • Malindi MPA
- • Kiunga MPA
Research Focus
- • Coral reef health
- • Marine turtle monitoring
- • Fish population dynamics
- • Mangrove ecosystems
- • Seagrass habitats
Montane/Forest Ecosystems Research Center
Addressing understanding, conservation, and sustainable management of montane and forest ecosystems. Multi-location setup with headquarters in King'ong'o, Nyeri, and sub-centers in Kakamega and Kitale covering diverse forest zones.
Locations
- • King'ong'o (HQ) - Mt Kenya
- • Kakamega Forest
- • Kitale - Mt Elgon region
- • Aberdares coverage
Research Focus
- • Endemic forest species
- • Primate populations
- • Forest bird diversity
- • Climate impacts
- • Herbarium collections
Inland Waters & Wetlands Research Centre
Located on the shores of Lake Naivasha, conducting multi-disciplinary research on inland waters and wetland ecosystems and the biodiversity they support. Research informs policies protecting freshwater and wetland resources across Kenya.
Coverage
- • Lake Naivasha
- • Lake Nakuru
- • Lake Baringo
- • Rift Valley wetlands
- • Freshwater systems
Research Focus
- • Water quality monitoring
- • Flamingo populations
- • Aquatic biodiversity
- • Wetland health
- • Invasive species
Comprehensive Field Research Network
Strategic presence across all major Kenyan ecosystems
Research Infrastructure
Database Integration
All research centers contribute field data directly to the WRTI Wildlife Database, ensuring comprehensive ecosystem coverage and real-time data integration.
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Main Contact
P.O. Box 842-20117, Naivasha, Kenya
(+254) 700 000 321 / (+254) 790 699 935
wrti@wrti.go.ke
wrti.go.ke
Research Collaboration
Interested in collaborating with WRTI research centers? We welcome partnerships with:
- Universities and academic institutions
- Conservation organizations
- Government agencies
- International research bodies