Burigi-Chato National Park, established in 2019, is among Tanzania’s newest protected areas. Since its establishment, there has been limited scientific assessment of wildlife populations, particularly elephants. Critical knowledge gaps remain regarding elephant distribution, movement, and behavior. Yet, understanding..
Courtney Hughes and Camille Warbington represented TRCO at the Wildlife Society Conference in Edmonton 2025, presenting our pangolin research and community-based conservation efforts. The Wildlife Society’s Annual Conference brought together wildlife professionals, students, government agencies, NGOs..
In the far reaches of western Tanzania lies Kigoma—often referred to as “mwisho wa reli” (the end of the railway)—a region stretching over 1,000 kilometers from Dar es Salaam. This ecologically rich yet under-explored landscape forms a vital..
Today is World Giraffe Day! A day to celebrate and reflect on the importance of conserving Africa’s tallest and most iconic land mammal—the giraffe. In Tanzania, the Masai giraffe is under increasing threat from habitat loss, diseases, poaching,..
Human–wildlife conflict continues to pose a serious challenge in many regions across the globe, with impacts varying by location and species involved. In Tanzania, species such as elephants, lions, primates, and certain bird species are frequently at the..
Human–elephant coexistence in Africa has become an urgent conservation and social challenge. As human populations grow and more land is converted for agriculture, communities and elephant ranges increasingly overlap often with devastating consequences. Crops are trampled or eaten,..
Have you ever spotted a pangolin in your area? Your sighting could be crucial for their conservation. Pangolins are nocturnal and elusive creatures, making them challenging to observe in the wild. Their secretive nature and solitary habits mean..
In December 2024, the Tanzania Research and Conservation Organization (TRCO) had the privilege of hosting six enthusiastic volunteers from Canada. These individuals were deeply interested in TRCO’s conservation work and programs across various ecosystems in Tanzania. During their..
Pangolins are among the most threatened species on Earth, primarily due to the high demand for their body parts, including scales, in illegal wildlife trade. In western Tanzania, a region rich with biodiversity, all three pangolin species—giant pangolin,..
In collaboration with WWF’s Environmental and Social Impact Assessment Grant, Tanzania Research and Conservation Organization (TRCO) has implemented a conservation education and community engagement project in northwestern Tanzania. This initiative focuses on villages bordering Burigi-Chato, Ibanda-Kyerwa, and Rumanyika-Karagwe..