Rewilding: Help Cheetahs Run Wild!

In 2024, Cheetah Conservation Fund successfully rewilded 10 cheetahs (four males and six females) in Namibia – a significant step forward in our long-term, science-led efforts to restore wild cheetah populations.

Rewilding is not simply about releasing animals into the wild; it is a complex; carefully managed process built on years of research and experience. Each cheetah undergoes thorough veterinary checks, is fitted with a GPS tracking collar, and is closely monitored to ensure they adapt and thrive in their new environment.

Recent long-term studies by CCF’s research team have shown that released cheetahs are highly adaptable, adjusting their behaviour to new landscapes and prey availability. Most are active at dawn and dusk and show flexible movement patterns as they explore their surroundings. The research also found that habitat type and individual history play a major role in how cheetahs settle after release, highlighting the importance of choosing the right release sites and monitoring each animal’s progress closely.

Read the full report, here

Every cheetah counts — and every release represents months, often years, of preparation, collaboration, and care. Thanks to your support, CCF continues to restore cheetah populations and return these extraordinary cats to the wild where they belong.