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Kenya says 15 elephants died of cyanide poisoning after eating tomatoes from nearby farms
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Kenya says 15 elephants died of cyanide poisoning after eating tomatoes from nearby farms

Fifteen elephants in southern Kenya died over the past month, with authorities suspecting cyanide poisoning from tomatoes grown on nearby farms. Wildlife officials, including Kenya Wildlife Service Director General Erustus Kanga, confirmed preliminary lab tests found cyanide, which is highly toxic to elephants. While the exact source of contamination remains unidentified, past incidents have raised suspicions that farmers might intentionally poison elephants to protect crops. Authorities warn that livestock such as goats and cattle grazing in the area could also be affected, potentially leading to broader ecological impacts. They assured that the toxins do not currently pose an immediate risk to human health.

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Kenya says 15 elephants died of cyanide poisoning after eating tomatoes from nearby farms

Fifteen elephants in southern Kenya died over the past month, with authorities suspecting cyanide poisoning from tomatoes grown on nearby farms. Wildlife officials, including Kenya Wildlife Service Director General Erustus Kanga, confirmed preliminary lab tests found cyanide, which is highly toxic to elephants. While the exact source of contamination remains unidentified, past incidents have raised suspicions that farmers might intentionally poison elephants to protect crops. Authorities warn that livestock such as goats and cattle grazing in the area could also be affected, potentially leading to broader ecological impacts. They assured that the toxins do not currently pose an immediate risk to human health.

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