Elephants that died in Kenya likely poisoned by cyanide-tainted tomatoes
Summary
Fifteen elephants died recently in southern Kenya, likely due to eating tomatoes contaminated with cyanide. Authorities found cyanide in preliminary tests but have not identified who is responsible for poisoning the tomatoes near Amboseli National Park.Key Facts
- Fifteen elephants died in southern Kenya over the past month.
- Cyanide was detected in tomatoes that the elephants ate.
- The tomatoes came from farms near Amboseli National Park.
- Farmers have been suspected before of poisoning elephants to protect crops.
- The area includes both wildlife and local livestock like goats and cattle.
- Authorities warn the poisoning might affect livestock too.
- The poison does not pose an immediate risk to human health.
- This is the largest number of elephant deaths in the region in decades.
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