Tanzania Research and Conservation Organization-TRCO

09/03/2026

The Alberta Chapter of the Wildlife Society (ACTWS) convened in Banff February 26 to March 1, 2026, bringing together researchers, practitioners, and students across the province and beyond to exchange ideas and strengthen conservation networks. Read more here

The Alberta Chapter of the Wildlife Society (ACTWS) convened in Banff February 26 to March 1 2026, bringing together researchers, practitioners, and students across the province and beyond to exchange ideas and strengthen conservation networks. My presentation on..

03/03/2026

On this World Wildlife Day, we celebrate the theme "Medicinal and Aromatic Plants: Conserving Health, Heritage and Livelihoods." 🌿✨
From the towering giants of the savanna to the hidden guardians of the forest floor, every species plays a vital role in maintaining the delicate balance of our planet.

Our work to protect wildlife is also a mission to safeguard the natural ecosystems that provide us with medicine, clean air, and a healthy future.

Wildlife conservation is human conservation. Today, we honor the flora and fauna that sustain our world.

Support our mission to keep the wild alive 🐾🌱

01/03/2026

Kutoweka kwa kakakuona Tanzania kunatishia mustakabali wake duniani.
Mwingiliano wa watu kutoka sehemu mbalimbali duniani, unawapa upenyo majangili hupenyeza.
Uhaba wa raslimali unakwamisha juhudi za kuelimisha watu vijijini kuhusu kakakuona.
Kushirikisha wenyeji kwenye ulinzi kutawezesha kutumia maarifa ya jadi na ya kisayansi kwenye ulinzi.

Bweni la wavulana wa shule moja ya sekondari iliyoko karibu na hifadhi ya Misitu ya Minziro Mkoani Kagera, Kaskazini-Magharibi mwa Tanzania, limezungukwa na miti na vichaka vikubwa. Jioni moja, wakati wanafunzi wameketi nje wakiongea, mara wanaona majani yakitikisika, na taratibu mnyama mdogo kwa um...

21/02/2026

Local communities frequently encounter pangolins on village and rangeland lands, not only in national parks. Many community members demonstrate positive attitudes toward conservation and express willingness to engage in protection efforts when equipped with appropriate knowledge and tools

On this World Pangolin Day, the Tanzania Research and Conservation Organization (TRCO) reaffirms its commitment to safeguarding pangolins across Tanzania’s landscapes from village lands and wildlife corridors to protected areas and national policy platforms. Pangolins remain among the..

21/02/2026

Today we celebrate World Pangolin Day 2026 under the theme “Pangolin Guardians in Action.”

Across Tanzania, our research shows that pangolins face pressure from illegal trade, habitat loss, and cross-border trafficking. Yet we have also seen strong willingness from communities, conservation practitioners, and institutions to protect them.
From village lands to wildlife corridors, pangolin survival depends on collective action.

Learn more about our research and conservation programs on our website:
https://trco.or.tz/projects/pangolin/

07/01/2026

We proudly present Hillary Mrosso , a distinguished conservationist and nominee for Best Conservation Influencer in Tanzania, selected by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Tourism to compete in the national conservation awards.

As Co-founder of the Tanzania Research and Conservation Organization (TRCO), Hillary has made exceptional contributions to wildlife research and conservation, with a strong focus on endangered species including pangolins and elephants. His scientific work spans from his early academic career to the present. While a student at Sokoine University of Agriculture, Hillary published important research addressing poaching and illegal wildlife trade in the Ruaha Landscape, Tanzania, laying a strong foundation for evidence-based conservation.

He later went on to co-author landmark scientific publications—most notably the first-ever studies from Tanzania documenting illegal pangolin trade and local ecological knowledge in pangolin conservation within the Ruaha Landscape.
Read most of the TRCO Publications in the link here 👇
https://trco.or.tz/publications/

Hillary is also the Founder of Wildlife Tanzania Blogs, a platform dedicated to sharing conservation insights, wildlife research, and sustainable tourism knowledge with both Tanzanians and the global community.
🌍 Blog: https://wildlifetanzania.co.tz/

As the TRCO team, we are immensely proud of his leadership, scientific impact, and unwavering commitment to wildlife conservation in Tanzania.

Support conservation leadership. Vote for Hillary Thomas Mrosso today.
🔗 https://serengetiawards.maliasili.go.tz/vote

📱 Or scan the QR code on this poster below 👇

01/01/2026

Happy New Year 2026 from TRCO!

Wishing everyone a year of joy, growth, and harmony with nature’s beauty and the spirit of conservation.

Let's work to gather for conservation!

28/12/2025

At TRCO, we invest in people as the foundation of lasting conservation. From supporting Loveness in advancing her CPA qualification, Leon in pursuing an MSc in Conservation, Jemsi in ecosystem science and human–wildlife conflict research, to Baraka in sustainable energy engineering, TRCO is building skilled, homegrown leaders. By supporting staff education and research, we are strengthening local capacity, innovation, and leadership to secure a future where people and biodiversity thrive together.

Loveness Uroki Finance Officer & CPA STUDENT Loveness Uroki has been employed as a Finance Officer at TRCO since September 2023. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Economics and Finance from the Institute of Accountancy in Arusha..

25/12/2025

Wishing a Merry Christmas to everyone,

16/12/2025

On 3rd December to 5th December, 2025 our team joined conservation scientists from across Tanzania and beyond at the 15th TAWIRI International Scientific Conference in Arusha, sharing research on elephants, pangolins, giraffes, and nature-based solutions.

From human–wildlife conflict to habitat connectivity and illegal wildlife trade, our work highlighted the importance of science, communities, and collaboration in conservation.

Learn more on what was done during the conference in website down here,

https://trco.or.tz/trco-at-the-15th-tawiri-international-scientific-conference/

Nac Chilaganensis

09/12/2025

Temminck’s pangolin (Smutsia temminckii) is one of Africa’s most fascinating mammals, armored, secretive, and uniquely adapted for life as an ant-eater.

Temminck’s pangolin (Smutsia temminckii) is one of Africa’s most fascinating mammals, armored, secretive, and uniquely adapted for life as an ant-eater. Found across eastern and southern Africa, this species is also known as the “ground pangolin” because it..