ITV1’s 12-part series ‘Cheetah Kingdom’ gives viewers a unique insight into both the conservation and behaviour of one of the fastest mammals on earth – the cheetah. The series has been attracting great viewing numbers, reaching 3.3 million in the UK on Friday 29th October.

‘Cheetah Kingdom’ focuses on the rescue, rehabilitation and release of this African big cat and follows the largest cheetah release programme attempted in Namibia, a country that is home to roughly a quarter of the world’s cheetah population, where they’re routinely trapped by farmers protecting their land.

The series follows Dave Houghton, an ex-pat Brit and former cameraman turned conservationist, and looks at the incredible work of dedicated staff at the AfriCat Foundation, in the spectacular Okonjima Game Reserve. Viewers also get a taste of Dave’s unique life at Okonjima with his partner Carla where even the nearest food shop is an hour’s drive away.

For those who missed any episodes, you can still watch them here: itvwild

Thank you to Ben Forbes at Northern Exposure for pointing me towards this wonderful documentary

Via:itv