Wildlife Solutions

01/05/2026

Fieldwork. Long hours. High stakes.

Wouldn’t trade it for anything.

Happy Workers’ Day to those working where it matters most.

29/04/2026

Locked eyes 👁️🐆

This isn’t just a beautiful moment — it’s a rare one. A conscious leopard, mid-relocation check, watching every move.

That eye tells us everything.
Alert. Responsive. Exactly what we want to see.

Even in these high-pressure moments, every detail matters — because a successful relocation isn’t just about where they go… it’s about how they get there.

27/04/2026

27/04/2026

What does freedom really look like? 🇿🇦

Is it a line in history…or a rhino walking where it once couldn’t, a lion returning home, a life saved when it mattered most?

In our world, freedom is fragile. It’s something we fight for—quietly, daily, and often behind the scenes.

Every treatment, every relocation, every second in the field is about one thing:
giving wildlife the chance to live wild, as they should.

Today we celebrate Freedom Day—but also the responsibility that comes with it.
Because freedom, for wildlife, depends on all of us. 🐾

27/04/2026

25/04/2026

Behind every successful rescue, relocation, and recovery… is a human carrying the weight of it all.

This World Veterinary Day, we’re not only celebrating wildlife veterinarians — we’re recognising the long hours, the emotional toll, the tough decisions, and the resilience it takes to keep showing up for the wild.

Supporting conservation also means supporting the people who make it possible.
Check in on them. Stand by them. Lift them up.

Because caring for wildlife starts with caring for those who protect it.

21/04/2026

A powerful collaboration in conservation

With the support of The Bateleurs Ivan Carter , this lion was safely relocated to a new habitat—giving him the space he needs to thrive.

Relocations like this play a vital role in conservation: reducing human-wildlife conflict, supporting genetic diversity, and ensuring balanced ecosystems for the future.

14/04/2026

A rare moment of care for one of Africa’s most elusive predators 🐆

Leopards may be incredibly adaptable, but they still face growing pressure from habitat loss and human-wildlife conflict. Moments like these are a reminder of the vital role veterinary teams play in protecting their future.

BushQuip

13/04/2026

And the moment so many have been waiting for, as the dogs are back... Two weeks ago we received three African Wild Dogs to create another pack and potential breeding group in KZN. Not too long ago the province was down to only 4 packs but reintroductions have now boosted it to 6 again.

Many of you might not be aware but over the years a total of 13 new packs of wild dogs were formed through dogs originating from Zimanga and moved all over Southern Africa. What makes the story even better is that our newly arrived females originate from Tswalu Game Reserve, which was an original recipient of wild dogs from Zimanga around 15 years ago. How the wheel turned and unbeknownst to us that conservation action from so long ago is now bearing fruit as "original" Zimanga dogs are back here again! This underscores how well the metapopulation approach works and how wild dog conservation actions from so long ago resonated far beyond our boundaries to assist in maintaining a viable and genetically diverse population in Southern Africa, and Zimanga now being on the receiving end of another successful wild dog introduction. Never in a million years did I foresee that would be the case, yet here we are!

The conservation future for this endangered species looks positive with the incredible team of professionals involved, and a massive thank you goes out to Chris Kelly from Wildlife ACT with whom the idea was first discussed last year, as well as their staff from Kay and Chris for permits applications and collars, Eugene from EWT, the Bateleurs and pilot Nick Lincoln for flying the dogs from Tswalu to Zimanga in his beautiful Beechcraft Baron, Ivan Carter for sponsoring the move, Ryan the vet, and our various Wild Dog Management Groups in South Africa. I am probably forgetting about someone so please forgive me!

Matt spent some time with the dogs still in boma where they are acclimatising and provided this beautiful image of one of the females. We estimate to keep them in boma another month or so, and with two of the dogs fitted with GPS collars we will be able to efficiently monitor their movements post release. Early mornings will be extra exciting and everyone on the reserve cannot wait to be following the dogs again in the near future. Stay safe and hope to see you again soon!

09/04/2026

Final stages of a dehorning procedure.

Moments like these are a reminder of what conservation really looks like — hands-on, complex, and necessary. By safely removing the horn, we reduce the risk of poaching and give these animals a better chance at survival.

03/04/2026

A quiet day of reflection.In the stillness, we’re reminded why we do what we do — for those who cannot ask for help, but need it the most.

Wishing you a peaceful Good Friday from the field.

30/03/2026

How to start a week… wild dog relocation.

From darting to transport to release, every step is carefully managed to give these endangered predators the best possible outcome.

It’s always a privilege to play a role in conserving one of Africa’s most iconic species with Ivan Carter Endangered Wildlife Trust The Bateleurs