Two cheetahs were collared in Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park last month in an effort to monitor and manage one of the provinces key cheetah populations. The collaring operation was carried out by Wildlife ACT, in partnership with Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife, and supported by the Forever Wild Foundation.
The collars, supplied by Forever Wild Foundation, were fitted by the Wildlife ACT team, with darting and veterinary oversight by Jennifer Lawrence , African Wildlife Vets Veterinarian.
Collaring is central to managing vulnerable species such as cheetah with fewer than 7 100 remaining in the wild. The collars, designed by Wildlife ACT Innovations, feature satellite and VHF tracking components for detailed, real-time monitoring across the protected area.