The wildlife of Kenya refers to its fauna. The diversity of Kenya's wildlife has garnered international fame, especially for its populations of large mammals. Its species of mammals include: East African lions (P. l. nubica), East African cheetahs (A. j. raineyi) hippopotami, African buffaloes, wildebeests, African elephants, zebras, giraffes, and rhinoceros. Kenya has a very diverse population of birds, including flamingos and Masai ostriches (S. c. massaicus)
It is not confined to the parks, pens, and reserves, although there is normally more abundance in such areas. There are many safaris held in Kenya, mostly in the reserves.
ElandThe largest of the antelope in the savannah, weighing about 600 kilograms. They can be found all over Kenya, in places such as
Nairobi National Park, Mt Kenya,
Kora National Park, and
Meru National ParkWildebeestShare grazing with
zebra and stay in groups. They can be found in places like
Nairobi National Park and
Kora National ParkCape buffaloAlso known as the African buffalo are known to be the most dangerous animal in Africa. They can be found at Nairobi National Park, Mount Kenya,
Meru National Park, and Kora National Park
RhinocerosMost are being relocated to safe places because of their endangerment, but there are still many wild rhino roaming Kenya. Although there are few places for visitors to see them, you are sure to find them at Nairobi National Park.
ElephantFound in many different habitats in Kenya. They can be found from the hot coastlands to the cool moorlands of the Aberdares and mount Kenya range. A few of these places are Mount Kenya, Meru National Park, Kora National Park, and
Amboseli National Park.
GiraffeHave little competition for the tender leaves of the
acacia tree, their principal food.
HippoIrritable and normally cranky, are very dangerous. They are found in many of Kenya's basins, swamps, and areas with water. Some other places to find them are Nairobi National Park, Meru National Park, and Kora National Park.
ImpalaA medium-sized antelope often found in large herds, and known for its leaping ability.
WarthogA type of wild pig.
SuniA small antelope similar to the orbi and duiker. They travel in groups of two or alone. They can be found in different areas in Kenya, including Mt Kenya.
OribiThey travel alone or in groups of two or three. They are similar to the suni and the duiker.
DuikerNormally travel alone but sometimes go in pairs. They are similar to the suni and orbi.
LionA powerful predator who uses its power to its advantage. It can be found all over Kenya, and in places such as Nairobi National Park, Mt Kenya, and Kora National Park
LeopardAnother predator who, like the
lion, has much brute force and uses it. They hunt at night and use their excellent eyesight to spot and kill their prey. They can be found at Nairobi National Park, Mt Kenya, Meru National Park, Kora National Park, and over almost all of Kenya.
CheetahA predator who hunts in the day time and its most powerful weapon is its speed. They live in places like Nairobi National Park, Meru National Park, and Kora National Park.
Wild dogAre predators that roam over parts of Kenya. The African Wild Dog Conservancy is actively engaged in helping to save this endangered species from extinction.
HyenaA powerful predator that sometimes travel in groups. They have the strongest jaw pressure and most powerful bite out of any animal in Kenya except for the
Nile crocodile. Both the spotted and striped variety of hyena can be found at Nairobi National Park, Mt Kenya, and Kora National Park.
Serval catOne of the smaller predators in Kenya.
GenetA small cat-like predator that lives in Kenya.
JackalA small dog-like predator that travel in small groups across Kenya.
CrocodileA large reptile that is powerful and has been known to attack and kill people. They are found in many areas of Kenya.
Nairobi National ParkMount KenyaMeru National ParkKora National ParkMasai MaraSibiloi National ParkAmboseli National Park 
