VOICED : In Namibia the long fight to rescue cheetahs from the brink

The video discusses the challenges cheetahs face in the wild, including threats from predators and human activities. It highlights the successful release of Zinzi, an orphaned cheetah, and the decline in cheetah populations due to poaching and livestock protection. Laurie Marker's conservation efforts with farmers and the use of Anatolian Shepherd dogs to protect livestock are explored. The care of orphaned cheetah cubs and their role in raising awareness about the species' plight is also covered.

What is one of the main reasons cheetahs struggle to survive in parks and reserves?

• Lack of prey

• Competition with other big predators

• Harsh weather conditions

• Human interference

How has the cheetah population changed over the last century?

• It has increased significantly

• It has fluctuated without a clear trend

• It has remained stable

• It has decreased dramatically

What approach did Laurie Marker use to gain the trust of farmers?

• Promising to remove all cheetahs

• Providing free cheetah cubs

• Relating to them as a fellow farmer

• Offering financial incentives

What role do Anatolian Shepherd dogs play in cheetah conservation?

• They hunt cheetahs

• They protect livestock from predators

• They are trained to scare away poachers

• They are used to track cheetah movements

What happens to orphaned cheetah cubs at conservation centers?

• They become permanent residents and help raise awareness

• They are raised to become pets

• They are trained to hunt other animals

• They are released back into the wild immediately