Understanding, protecting and restoring bird of prey populations in Kenya.
Kenya is home to over 100 recorded raptor species, including eagles, vultures, owls and the Secretarybird. As important ecological indicators, they face a rapid decline driven by habitat loss, human-wildlife conflict and poorly designed energy infrastructure. The Kenya Bird of Prey Trust (KBoPT) uses research to understand raptor populations and ecology, helping to inform national conservation strategies.
The Trust focuses on practical ways to reduce human-caused deaths, such as electrocution on power lines and illegal poisoning. Its flagship Mara Raptor Project, which Governors’ Camp Collection also supports, monitors nests and responds to poisoned or injured raptors across the Greater Mara Ecosystem.
Governors’ Camp Collection supports the Trust’s Naivasha Raptor Centre with regular donations of meat. To date, we have provided over 17 tonnes of beef, and each month we supply approximately 400 kilograms for the resident rescued vultures: eight Rüppell’s, four white-backed and two lappet-faced. All three species are listed as Endangered or Critically Endangered by the IUCN.
The small dedicated team working at the Naivasha Raptor Centre
A wood owl- a species often persecuted out of ignorance by people
Jonathan with some of the rescued vultures
Feeding time at the Naivasha Raptor Centre
An Eleonora's falcon, recovering at the Soysambu Raptor Centre
Leah with Phil, a Verreaux's eagle-owl
Breeding pair of spotted eagle-owls with their two chicks
Guests staying at Loldia House are encouraged to visit the centre for an insight into the rescue, rehabilitation and long-term care of Kenya’s raptors. Visits are by appointment at 11:00 am or 3:00 pm, with a suggested donation of USD 20 per guest.
We can also arrange a private presentation at Loldia House by one of the Trust’s Directors, followed by an informal dinner and Q&A, for a minimum donation of USD 300. Private presentations must be booked in advance and are subject to availability.
Help protect Kenya’s raptors by supporting the Kenya Bird of Prey Trust. Find out how to give on our Donation Methods page.
