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Activities Conducted in July:

Throughout the month of July, we addressed a total of 22 animal welfare cases, encompassing various species. The breakdown is as follows: 10 cases involving Vervets, 5 with Sykes' monkeys, 3 concerning Colobus monkeys, 2 related to bush babies, 3 involving Infant Squirrels, and 1 concerning a Baboon.

Noteworthy Results:

During this period, significant progress was made in the care and rehabilitation of the animals. Specifically, one Vervet monkey received treatment and was successfully released back into its natural habitat. Additionally, three infant squirrels were transferred to a specialized facility for further care. Moreover, two Sykes monkeys, which had been undergoing rehabilitation, were successfully reintroduced into the wild. 

Activities Undertaken in August:

Throughout the month of August, our team addressed a total of 22 animal welfare cases. The breakdown of these cases includes 7 involving Colobus monkeys, 4 with Vervets, 3 concerning Baboons, and 8 related to Sykes' monkeys.

Noteworthy Outcomes:

Among the notable results achieved during this period, a significant event occurred within our rehabilitation cages. One of the female Vervets named Yatima, undergoing rehabilitation gave birth, signifying a positive milestone in our commitment to the well-being of these primates. Additionally, a Sykes monkey received treatment and was successfully released back into its natural habitat, highlighting our dedication to the rehabilitation and conservation of wildlife.

Activities Conducted During This Period:

In the month of September, our efforts in animal welfare addressed a total of 30 cases. This comprised 7 cases involving Colobus monkeys, 10 related to Sykes monkeys, 7 concerning Vervets, 4 involving Baboons, and singular cases for a Squirrel and an African wood owl.

Noteworthy Outcomes:

Highlighting the success of our conservation and rehabilitation endeavors, 2 Vervets, 1 African wood owl, and 1 Squirrel were successfully reintegrated into their natural habitats. These achievements underscore our ongoing commitment to fostering wildlife's well-being and eventual release back into the wild.

Dear Supporters of Colobus Conservation,

We hope you are well. We are immensely grateful for your support and dedication to our mission of protecting and conserving wildlife, particularly the six primate species, which include the Angolan black and white Colobus monkeys. With your continued assistance, we have achieved significant progress in the past four months, from March to June.

March & April Progress:
During the months of March and April, our team recorded a total of 48 primate welfare callouts. These calls encompassed various species, including the African Civet, showcasing the importance of our efforts in preserving the rich biodiversity of Diani. Your contributions have enabled us to respond swiftly to these calls and provide the necessary care and support for the wildlife in need.

The African Civet was rescued by Lara and her children who are Diani residents. Lara brought the African Civet to our rescue centre and after spending ten days in rehabilitation we set off to release her back into the wild. However, the release was unsuccessful, and with the civet clearly unable to fend for herself, so after consultation with the Tsavo Trust a good home was found for her at the Trust. 

May Progress:
In May, we encountered a total of 20 animal welfare cases. Among these, were 11 colobus monkeys, 1 feline, 1 civet, 5 Sykes monkeys, and 2 vervet monkeys. Your support played a crucial role in ensuring we responded to each of the animal welfare cases. 

In this month 5 Colobus monkeys were electrocuted showing that there is a need to get powerlines insulated in Diani. 

June Progress:
In June, we received 19 animal welfare cases, each presenting its own set of challenges. During this month, the animal welfare cases included 3 vervet monkeys, 4 Sykes monkeys, 1 mongoose, 1 bushbaby, 1 common swift bird, 3 baboons, and 6 colobus monkeys. 

In this month we had 5 primates including 3 Sykes monkeys, 1 Baboon, and 1 Colobus monkey involved in Road Traffic Accidents where speeding motorist hit the monkeys, while they were trying to cross the road. We also had a case of a painted Baboon, and we are glad that the paint is washing off. 

As we move forward, we look ahead with hope and determination, knowing that with your continuous support, we can continue to protect and conserve the wildlife in our region and promote co-existence between humans and primates.

Thank you once again for being a part of our journey and for being a force for positive change in the world of wildlife conservation. We are truly grateful for your continous support.