Request Data

To ensure responsible sharing and protection of sensitive wildlife information, WRTI maintains structured data access protocols aligned with our institutional Data Sharing Guidelines. Submit your formal request to access our comprehensive wildlife research datasets for legitimate research and conservation purposes.

Data Access Request Form

Personal Information

First Name *

Last Name *

Email Address *

Phone Number

Institutional Information

Institution/Organization *

Institution Type *

Department/Division

Position/Title *

Data Request Details

Purpose of data *

Urgency Level

Data Categories *

Select the data categories you need and describe the specific data required (e.g., "Lion population in Nairobi National Park 2010 to 2020")

Select	Data Category	Description of Data Required
	Census Data - Aerial
	Census Data - Ground
	Wildlife Tracking
	Wildlife Corridors
	Wildlife Distribution
	Climate Data
	Wildlife Health
	Wildlife Translocations
	Wildlife Mortality
	Bushmeat
	Biodiversity Profile
	Protected Areas
	Others

Geographic Scope

Preferred Data Format

Project Information

Project Title

Project Description *

Supporting Documents

Research permit/consultancy contract/affiliation letter

Upload your research permit, consultancy contract, or affiliation letter (PDF, Word)

Data Use Agreement

I agree to the Data Sharing Guidelines and understand that:

• Data will be used solely for the stated research purposes
• WRTI must be acknowledged in all publications and presentations
• Data cannot be redistributed without explicit permission
• A copy of research outputs will be shared with WRTI
• Data access may be revoked for policy violations

I declare that all information provided in this form is accurate and complete

Request Process

1. Submit Request

Complete and submit this form

2. Initial Review

2-5 business days

3. Data Preparation

1-3 weeks

4. Data Delivery

Secure download link

Need Help?

For questions about data access, formats, or the request process:

data@wrti.go.ke

Mon-Fri: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM EAT

Available Data Categories

Census Data

Wildlife Tracking

Wildlife Corridors

Wildlife Distribution

Climate Data

Wildlife Health

Translocations

Wildlife Mortality

Bushmeat

Biodiversity Profile

Protected Areas

Explore All Categories

Data Access Levels – Overview

To ensure responsible sharing and protection of sensitive wildlife information, data access within the database is structured into four distinct levels. Each level reflects the sensitivity of the data and the clearance required for access in accordance with the institute's Data Sharing Guidelines.

1. Public Data

Open Access

General wildlife information openly accessible to the public for awareness, education, and non-sensitive research purposes. No special approval required.

Examples include:

General species distribution maps
Information in the public domain
Published research papers
Information on conservation areas
Educational resources

2. Restricted Data

Registration Required

Access requires registration, review, and approval to ensure responsible use, appropriate attribution, and alignment with institutional policies or data-sharing agreements. The majority of WRTI data falls within this category.

Purpose: Ensure accountability — knowing who is using the data, for what purpose, and under what terms — and to safeguard intellectual property and unpublished work.

3. Sensitive Data

Special Request Required

Information that could pose a risk to species or conservation efforts if misused. Access is granted only upon special request, with justification and clearance from designated authorities.

Examples include:

GPS tracking data for endangered species
Locations of breeding sites or nesting grounds
Real-time animal movement data
Anti-poaching intelligence reports

4. Confidential Data

Highest Clearance Required

Classified and security-sensitive information reserved for authorized government bodies and designated partners. Access requires the highest level of clearance and is governed by legal or inter-agency agreements.

Examples include:

Wildlife law enforcement records
Data from covert security operations
Inter-agency communications and protocols
Strategic or operational planning documents

Important Note

All data requests are reviewed in accordance with the WRTI Data Sharing Policy. Processing times and approval requirements vary based on the sensitivity level of the requested data. For more information, please refer to the Data Sharing Guidelines.