A rare Southern White rhino gives birth in Ruma National park, Homabay county
- Published By Jedida Barasa For The Statesman Digital
- 3 months ago
Wildlife conservationists are delighted a lot after a southern white rhino gave birth in Ruma National Park, Homa Bay County.
The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) made the announcement, saying the development will boost the number of endangered rhino species.
"Ruma National Park is thrilled to welcome a beautiful new southern white rhino calf," the agency said.
Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga welcomed the development, saying her administration is committed to conservation efforts.
"Let's cherish this precious moment and remain committed to protecting our remarkable wildlife," she said.
Homa Bay county government banks on Ruma Park, a renowned animal habitat in Kenya, as one of their main revenue earners.
Last year, the devolved government started a programme of promoting the park through a race dubbed' the Roan Antelope Half Marathon' where professional and amateur runners compete annually.
According to data from KWS, the park receives more than 4000 visitors every year, the number has doubled since the first marathon was held in April last year.
A second edition of the race was to be held in May this year, but it was postponed to a later date to be communicated.
Governor Wanga urged residents and foreign tourists to visit Ruma National Park to see the baby rhino and other animals at the park, the county government will continue to protect and market the park.
"We are truly grateful for this addition to our remarkable wildlife, and we recommit ourselves to continue protecting our wildlife heritage," she said.
The governor said the southern white rhinoceros is a rare gem, and her administration is dedicated to ensuring the continued thriving of the extraordinary species.
"Let's continue to support conservation efforts, not just for the rhinos, but for all the precious species in the parks," reiterated Wanga.
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