Authorities in Kenya are investigating reports that two rare white giraffes have died and that poachers are likely responsible for the deaths.
"This is a dark day not only to the conservation community but also to all the Kenyans who took pride in the existence of this unique species," a release says.
Locals found the carcasses of the animals and the conservation program believes the giraffes were killed by poachers. The Kenya Wildlife Service is investigating the deaths and has found the remains of two giraffes, the agency"The management of the conservancy informed us of the missing giraffe and calf after failing to see them for a period of time," the announcement said.
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