Mpala Research Centre Live Webcam, Kenya

Mpala Research Centre is a 20,000-hectare wildlife conservancy and research facility located at the foot of Mount Kenya in central Kenya. It serves as a key hub for ecological research and conservation across Africa. The center monitors the lives of around 7,000 elephants, Grevy’s zebras, and numerous other African species. Its history dates back to the early 1950s when these lands in Laikipia County were acquired by Sam Mal.

The reserve is surrounded by the Ewaso Ng’iro River and its tributaries, encompassing semi-arid savannas with two main soil types: black cotton soil and red soil. The area hosts 22 species of large herbivores, including giraffes, elephants, and zebras, making it an exceptional location to study wildlife-vegetation interactions. Mpala collaborates with international and local organizations, such as Princeton University, the Smithsonian Institution, the National Museums of Kenya, and the Kenya Wildlife Service. The center provides a platform for education and research in ecology, geology, biology, and natural resource management.

Mpala offers accommodation and facilities for researchers and eco-tourists. Visitors can participate in field research and observe wildlife in its natural habitat. The center also engages with local communities through educational programs and scholarships for students. Mpala plays a vital role in developing sustainable natural resource management strategies and preserving biodiversity. The webcam is positioned by the Ewaso Ng’iro River at a hippo watering hole, providing live views of wildlife activity within the Mpala Research Centre.