15 elephants likely poisoned by cyanide in Kenya

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Kenya Wildlife Service says 15 elephants died this month likely after eating tomatoes contaminated with strong pesticides.

WHO: Kenya Wildlife Service spokesperson Duncan Juma Wanyama

WHAT: Fifteen elephants were found dead, suspected to have been poisoned after eating tomatoes contaminated with strong pesticides.

WHEN: Jul 30, 2026 at 1:31 PM ET

WHERE: Amboseli National Park, Kenya

WHY: The elephants likely ate tomatoes contaminated with very strong pesticides, with cyanide suspected as the poison source.

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