Protecting Our Predators

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Join Llewell Viljoen as she sits down with Marine Servonnat, Executive Director of the Ingwe Research Program, for an inspiring conversation about the vital work being done to protect one of South Africa's most iconic predators.
In this episode, they discuss:
How AI technology is helping identify individual leopards
The impact of road ecology on leopard conservation
Building one of the Greater Hoedspruit region's most comprehensive leopard databases
The importance of community involvement in conservation
The Ingwe Research Program's latest projects and upcoming documentary premiere
How you can support leopard conservation efforts
Whether you're passionate about wildlife, conservation, or the future of our natural heritage, this episode offers a fascinating insight into the dedicated work happening behind the scenes to protect Hoedspruit's leopards.
Host: Llewell Viljoen
Guest: Marine Servonnat, Executive Director – Ingwe Research Program
Station: HFM 96.4 | Your No. 1 Conservation Station
4 Aug English South Africa News Commentary · Kids & Family

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