Wild Cheetah Check-up in Namibia

Last week, a team from CCF Namibia traveled to Erindi Private Game Reserve to replace the GPS collars on two cheetahs. The two males are part of a coalition of four brothers, and have been living in Erindi for several years.
Darting cheetahs is a team effort, with everyone playing a role. Staff at Erindi had already located cheetahs by the time our team arrived, allowing us to get to work quickly. Once everything was prepped, our vets successfully darted two of the cheetahs, with everyone jumping into action once the cats were down. The GPS collars were quickly switched for new ones - and we also used this valuable opportunity to assess the health of the cats by taking blood samples and body measurements, recording their weight and checking their teeth. Everything looked good, so the cheetahs were played in shaded areas to wake up. The cats were a little wobbly at first, but the two boys headed to join their brothers. All in all, a very successful morning!
These collars have a battery life of 18 months, allowing CCF to collect valuable data on the movements of these collared cheetahs. A huge thank you to the staff at Erindi, who regularly track the coalition and ensure they are healthy and safe.

[@charlotteownerofjamesfanpa9276]

Well done team, another cheetah protected.

[@lucyallsop88]

Great work x

[@TheAdventuresofNathanandNadine]

Love the attention to detail now on the tracking collars. Using a pattern that will blend in with their fur. Helping them hide in the brush better and not be seen by prey or hunters as easily 💪