The Kenya Wildlife Service is warning of possible cases of human-wildlife conflict, as animals migrate to seek greener pastures.

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This movement, KWS says, has been brought about by the ongoing drought in some parts of the country.

"The ongoing drought situation in the country has resulted in dispersal of wildlife from their traditional habitats in search of pasture and water. This has increased the risk factor of conflict as the wildlife come into contact with the public and human activities resulting to an increase in human wildlife conflicts."

"From the cases recorded by KWS, it is evident that there has been an increase in reported incidents of conflicts compared to past years; the notable ones being attacks on people, property destruction, livestock predation and crop raiding."

Cases in point include recent sightings of elephants moving from the Tsavo conservation area to Mwingi Sub-County, while others were reported in Meru, Kilifi and Narok areas.

The Service however said it was doing its best to ensure that both the public and the wildlife co-exist well.

KWS urged the public to exercise caution especially during morning and evening hours.

"Members of public in areas that generally experience high conflicts like Narok, Taita, Laikipia, Kajiado, Meru, Mau, Lamu and around Mt. Kenya region are advised to exercise caution while undertaking their normal duties especially in early mornings and late evenings."