Chinese wildlife conservationist adopted by Kenya's Maasai community

"I have not only received a badge of honor from people I have always worked closely with but feels re-energized to mobilize resources to support conservation work in the Mara ecosystem," Zhuo noted.

His grand future plans will revolve around proactive engagement with Kenya's wildlife agency and local communities to revitalize war against poaching.

Elders from Maasai community hailed Zhuo's tireless dedication to wildlife conservation.

Simon Nkoitoi, the Senior Warden at Ol Kinyei conservancy, said a partnership with Mara Conservation Fund has unleashed huge benefits to local communities.

"Through partnership with Mara Conservation Fund, we have received a new car, motorbikes, and binoculars to enable rangers patrol the park effectively," Nkoitoi told Xinhua, adding that lion proof housing structures financed by Mara Conservation Fund have reduced human wildlife conflicts.

By enlisting Zhuo as their member, Ol Kinyei community is upbeat wildlife conservation will improve a notch higher.

Nkoitoi noted that Zhuo has mobilized resources to support community projects like schools and water pans.

"We are proud of Simba (Zhuo's nickname) and his work here is exemplary. He has supported education of Maasai children through renovation of schools alongside donation of books and laptops," said Nkoitoi

He added that conservancies supported by Mara Conservation Fund have created new jobs for Maasai youth.