HYDRANEST

Harvesting Water

Hydrating Wildlife

Harmonizing human-wildlife relationships

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About Hydranest

HydraNest is a non-profit organisation dedicated to tackling the devastating effects of drought on wildlife in sub-Saharan Africa. We believe in the power of innovative, nature-inspired solutions to create a sustainable future where both wildlife and ecosystems can thrive.

A solitary antelope with long, straight horns is drinking from a small puddle in a vast, dry, desert landscape. The ground is sandy and parched, emphasizing the arid environment.
A solitary antelope with long, straight horns is drinking from a small puddle in a vast, dry, desert landscape. The ground is sandy and parched, emphasizing the arid environment.
A rhinoceros stands prominently on a dry, rocky landscape while two antelopes drink from a shallow body of water in the foreground. The horizon is lined with sparse trees and bushes under a clear blue sky.
A rhinoceros stands prominently on a dry, rocky landscape while two antelopes drink from a shallow body of water in the foreground. The horizon is lined with sparse trees and bushes under a clear blue sky.
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Our Mission

Our mission is to develop and implement sustainable water solutions for drought-stricken regions, focusing on the needs of elephants and other vulnerable wildlife. By drawing inspiration from nature's ingenuity, we aim to:

  • Reduce wildlife deaths and human-wildlife conflict caused by water scarcity.

  • Foster biodiversity and support the health of fragile ecosystems.

  • Empower local communities to participate in conservation efforts.

giraffe beside bare tree
giraffe beside bare tree

Our Inspiration

Objectives

Just as the Strelitzia flower opens its petals to reveal pollen when a bird lands on its perch, our reservoir will provide a reliable source of clean water, activated by the weight of animals.

Strelitzia Flower or Bird of Paradise Flower

At the heart of our approach lies biomimicry – the practice of learning from and emulating nature's time-tested designs. Our flagship project, the HydraNest Water Reservoir, takes inspiration from the remarkable Strelitzia reginae flower (Bird of Paradise

The Biological Strategy

This innovative system aims to:

  • Harvest rainwater and minimize evaporation.

  • Provide clean and accessible water for a range of wildlife, including elephants.

  • Operate without external power sources, making it ideal for remote locations.

Wildlife Conservation Efforts

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Make a Donation

Support our mission to hydrate and harmonize ecosystems through your generous contributions. Every contribution, big or small, helps us move closer to our goal of providing life-sustaining water for wildlife.

Partner with Us

Collaborate with us to create a lasting impact on wildlife and communities. Hydranest is our inaugural innovative project to harvest and store water for wildlife conservation and community use.

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Share your skills and passion for conservation by joining our team.Volunteerwith us to make a difference in wildlife conservation efforts.

Wildlife Gallery

Explore stunning images of wildlife and our conservation efforts.

A diverse group of animals, including elephants, giraffes, zebras, and ostriches, gathers around a waterhole in a barren, dry landscape. The sky is clear and blue, and birds are flying overhead. The scene depicts a typical arid savanna ecosystem with various wildlife coexisting.
A diverse group of animals, including elephants, giraffes, zebras, and ostriches, gathers around a waterhole in a barren, dry landscape. The sky is clear and blue, and birds are flying overhead. The scene depicts a typical arid savanna ecosystem with various wildlife coexisting.
A large group of animals gathers around a watering hole in a dry, arid landscape. Zebras, wildebeests, and antelopes can be seen standing and drinking water. The sky is clear blue, with several birds flying overhead. The terrain is mostly barren, with sparse vegetation along the distant horizon.
A large group of animals gathers around a watering hole in a dry, arid landscape. Zebras, wildebeests, and antelopes can be seen standing and drinking water. The sky is clear blue, with several birds flying overhead. The terrain is mostly barren, with sparse vegetation along the distant horizon.
A lone antelope stands in a dry and sparse landscape, surrounded by bushes and patches of dry grass.
A lone antelope stands in a dry and sparse landscape, surrounded by bushes and patches of dry grass.
An elephant stands in a semi-arid environment with sparse vegetation. Its large ears are spread wide, and its tusks are prominent. The trees in the background are leafless, and there is a dry branch in the foreground.
An elephant stands in a semi-arid environment with sparse vegetation. Its large ears are spread wide, and its tusks are prominent. The trees in the background are leafless, and there is a dry branch in the foreground.
A large antelope with twisting horns is captured mid-stride near a waterhole in a dry, rocky landscape. Sparse greenery can be seen amid the arid terrain.
A large antelope with twisting horns is captured mid-stride near a waterhole in a dry, rocky landscape. Sparse greenery can be seen amid the arid terrain.

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A large rhinoceros with a massive horn is standing on dry, barren ground. The animal is facing to the right and appears to be chewing on some dried vegetation. The surrounding environment is devoid of lush greenery, emphasizing the dry and arid conditions.
A large rhinoceros with a massive horn is standing on dry, barren ground. The animal is facing to the right and appears to be chewing on some dried vegetation. The surrounding environment is devoid of lush greenery, emphasizing the dry and arid conditions.

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