Loskop Expansion & Rewilding Update: May 2024
Our Partners & Collaborators Mpumalanga Tourism & Parks Agency (MTPA) The Wildlife Emergency Fund The Aspinall Foundation Photography by Wiki West Loskop Dam Nature Reserve and Expansion Programme Update: May 2024 Roadworks and Aerial Surveys Update We’re thrilled to share the latest developments from our Loskop Dam Nature Reserve and Expansion Programme. Our commitment to restoring and preserving the natural habitat for wildlife continues with significant progress in infrastructure and ecological assessments. To view more […]
Dehorning & Collaring Rhino Duo: Peanut and Flippy
Our Partners & Collaborators Over & Above Africa Wild and Free Rehabilitation Center Lionspruit Private Game Reserve African Wildlife Vets (Chris Smith) Nkomazi Local Municipality Photography and videography by Wiki West Dehorning & Collaring Rhino Duo: Peanut and Flippy Today, we are going to show you one of the ways we track and protect our rhinos here in South Africa—through dehorning and collaring. It’s 6 AM at Lionspruit Game Reserve, just south of Kruger National […]
Monumental Two-Day Translocation and Rewilding of 40 Southern White Rhino
Monumental Translocation and Rewilding of 40 Southern White Rhino Through incredible teamwork under challenging conditions, the Munywana Conservancy in South Africa received a donation of 40 southern white rhino to bolster their current rhino population; the first translocation of many under ‘Rhino Rewild’, an initiative to rewild 2,000 southern white rhino over the next decade. As the sun rose, the air buzzed with anticipation. The operation was a collaboration of world-class teams; the most experienced […]
The Wildlife Horrors of Poaching
During a patrol with Hope for Wildlife Helicopter Services and Wildscapes Veterinary Services in a South African reserve, our team encountered the dire consequences of poaching, finding numerous animals, including 9 buffaloes, killed by poachers. A hyena was collared for research to enhance reserve management. This effort, supported by Rhino Connect and the Wildlife Emergency Fund, underscores the urgent need for increased awareness and support to combat poaching.
A Historic Homecoming: South Africa Welcomes Back Cheetah from Australia
Edie, a cheetah born in Sydney’s Wild Cat Conservation Centre, made history as the first Australian-born cheetah reintroduced to South Africa, thanks to a partnership among conservation organizations. This groundbreaking effort aims to enhance genetic diversity and support cheetah conservation, demonstrating the impact of global cooperation and meticulous preparation in safeguarding endangered species.