Introduction

Pollinators are the unsung heroes of biodiversity, playing a vital role in maintaining ecosystems and supporting food security. However, habitat loss and environmental pressures in East Africa were driving pollinator populations to critical lows. Tarakimu collaborated with local communities and scientists to design a data-driven restoration plan that not only saved pollinators but also rejuvenated the entire ecosystem.

The Challenge

Declining Pollinator Populations

A 40% decrease in bee species in the targeted region over the past decade.

Degraded Habitats

Widespread deforestation and monoculture farming had eroded natural nesting and feeding grounds.

Community Dependency

Local communities relying on agriculture were directly affected by reduced crop yields due to insufficient pollination.

Our Approach

Data-Driven Habitat Analysis

Leveraging eDNA technology, Tarakimu mapped biodiversity hotspots and identified critical pollinator species in need of immediate support.

Collaborative Habitat Restoration

Worked with local stakeholders to plant 50,000 native flowering plants, reintroduce nesting structures, and establish pollinator-friendly zones.

Ongoing Monitoring and Support

Designed a monitoring framework using real-time data to track pollinator populations and measure ecological recovery.

Our Approach

Data-Driven Habitat Analysis

Leveraging eDNA technology, Tarakimu mapped biodiversity hotspots and identified critical pollinator species in need of immediate support.

Collaborative Habitat Restoration

Worked with local stakeholders to plant 50,000 native flowering plants, reintroduce nesting structures, and establish pollinator-friendly zones.

Ongoing Monitoring and Support

Designed a monitoring framework using real-time data to track pollinator populations and measure ecological recovery.