James Hanaway

[Cheetah Conservation Fund UK @CCFCheetahUK]

What an incredible surprise during one of our routine camera trap checks! 🐆📸

Not one, not two, but six adolescent cheetahs stopped by Tupuka's playtree right here on CCF property!

One curious youngster even wandered right up to the camera for a sniff, giving us some wonderfully blurry close-ups while the rest of the group waited in the background. We couldn't have planned a better photo! 😄
A group like this could be a dispersal group—young cheetahs that have recently left their mother and are exploring together before finding territories of their own.

It's moments like these that remind us why camera traps are such an important conservation tool, since helps us better understand cheetah movements and behaviour.

[Cheetah Conservation Fund UK @CCFCheetahUK]

🐆 Delilah's next step is the one we've been working towards for years: returning to the wild.

After more than two years of rehabilitation at CCF, Delilah is almost ready to begin the next chapter of her journey. But before she can take her first steps back into the wild, there is one final hurdle.

To give Delilah the best possible chance of success, our team must carefully prepare and monitor her release. Today, we're raising £3,000 to cover the final costs of Delilah's return to the wild.

This careful approach has already helped many rehabilitated cheetahs successfully return to appropriate habitats, where they can live as wild cheetahs once again.

Now it's Delilah's turn.

💛 Every donation, no matter the size, brings her one step closer to freedom.

Learn more and support Delilah's journey via the link below.

🔗 https://t.co/MbOkptYzrD

[Cheetah Conservation Fund UK @CCFCheetahUK]

🐆 Meet Delilah, our Cheetah of the Month — and one of CCF's release candidates!

Delilah's journey began in 2023 when she was orphaned and captured in a trap cage on a farm. She arrived at CCF at approximately eight months old and, because she had remained wild, was considered a strong candidate for release back into her natural habitat.

Now, after more than two years at CCF, Delilah is preparing for the next chapter of her story. She is scheduled for release in 2026, and our team is currently evaluating potential release sites before beginning her transition back to the wild.

Want to learn more about Delilah's rescue, rehabilitation, and what it takes to prepare a cheetah for life back in the wild?

Read her full story via the link below.

https://t.co/3NyLnm2POX

[Cheetah Conservation Fund UK @CCFCheetahUK]

Can you give this cheetah a home? 🐆

With fewer than 7,100 cheetahs left in the wild, they need your help now. For just £4 a month, you'll receive an adorable adoption pack whilst supporting our resident cheetahs and vital conservation programmes protecting cheetahs across Africa.
Perfect as a gift for wildlife lovers too!

Ready to adopt? 🔗 https://t.co/dqMvOCqNyk

PS: Due to international postage fees, adoptions are currently only available for delivery within the UK.

#savethecheetah #cheetahconservationfund

[Cheetah Conservation Fund UK @CCFCheetahUK]

Sounds we could listen to all day: cheetah purring, soft growls, and the occasional dramatic hiss 🔊🐆

What’s your favourite wildlife sound?

[Cheetah Conservation Fund UK @CCFCheetahUK]

Our #LivestockGuardianDogs joined the #ChristmasWrapped trend at CCF Namibia 🎄✨ Because who doesn’t love a festive moment?

These playful photos are a sweet reminder of why our dogs are so special. Thanks to these amazing dogs, many farmers report an 80–100% reduction in livestock losses, which helps reduce human–wildlife conflict and keeps cheetahs safe from being killed in retaliation.

So yes… celebrating these dogs is very important to us 💛🐾

If you’d like to sponsor one of our guardian dogs, just click the link below!

🔗 https://t.co/88UYs62Ydc

[Cheetah Conservation Fund UK @CCFCheetahUK]

Thanks to your support over the past few days, we are now able to launch our new programme in Somaliland, a project designed to protect cheetah cubs by reducing wildlife crime from its source.

Here’s how your donations will be used:

- £15,498 – Developing and implementing Management Plans for two CCGs, including training for NGOs, MoECC staff, and community representatives
- £2,602 – Purchasing soap- and cheese-making equipment, plus eco-tourism signs, brochures, and maps for women farmers
- £1,150 – Producing materials such as eco-tourism guides, cheese & soap-making manuals, the FFA Somali Handbook, and CCGS demarcation signs
- £20,750 – Training farmers at the CCF centre in sustainable livelihoods and herd-management techniques, followed by ongoing support

If you’d like to learn more about this new programme, click the link below. And don’t forget to follow us, we’ll be sharing updates throughout 2026 as the project progresses.

Thank you. Together, we’re protecting the future of cheetahs.

🔗 https://t.co/WhyPWFN05y

[Cheetah Conservation Fund UK @CCFCheetahUK]

Do you remember Tupuka? He’s the male cheetah who was rescued near CCF’s Centre in Namibia after being caught in a farm trap.

Since releasing him back into the wild, our team has been monitoring him through our camera traps, and luckily, he’s not camera-shy!

In this clip, Tupuka can be seen spraying urine to mark his territory, a natural behaviour for wild cheetahs.

Would you like to see more updates on Tupuka? Tell us in the comments! 🐆💬

#willdifeconservation #savewildlife #cheetahconservationfund

[Cheetah Conservation Fund UK @CCFCheetahUK]

Sam Bird and Jess Impiazzi, our amazing ambassadors, have an important reminder for you. Our campaign “Empower Communities, Save Cheetah Cubs!” is now live, and we need your help.

This campaign will raise funds for our new project aimed at reducing wildlife crime by addressing its root causes: poverty, lack of opportunity, and human–wildlife conflict (HWC) in rural communities bordering cheetah habitats.

Every donation, no matter the amount, will be matched. This is your chance to protect vulnerable cheetah cubs during this special week as we celebrate International Cheetah Day.

🔗 Donate now: https://t.co/1lXcoGAdKS

@sambirdofficial

[Cheetah Conservation Fund UK @CCFCheetahUK]

Just wait a few seconds for it… 👀

Do you know that across our centres in Namibia and Somaliland, cheetahs eat between 2 and 4 pounds of meat each day?

In the wild, they hunt gazelles, impalas, and other swift prey, but at CCF, we provide balanced meals that keep them strong and thriving.

With a gift of just £5, you can buy a cheetah a meal and help us continue protecting this endangered species.

Click the link below and help us feed our resident cheetahs.

🔗 https://t.co/YBf9rs5LRh

#cheetahconservationfund #wildlifeconservation #wildanimals #savewildlife

[Cheetah Conservation Fund UK @CCFCheetahUK]

Our brand-new 2026 Cheetah Conservation Fund UK Calendar has arrived! 🐆

Celebrate cheetahs all year long with 12 breathtaking artworks by award-winning wildlife artists 💛.

When you shop with CCF UK, you’re not just bringing cheetah joy to your friends and family, you’re helping us protect cheetahs in the wild, since every purchase supports our vital work.

🎁 Get yours today for £14.65 and help us keep cheetahs running wild and free.

🔗 https://t.co/gJfs5qvC92

#WildlifeArt #GiftForGood #Conservation #SaveTheCheetahs #WildlifeCalendar

[Cheetah Conservation Fund UK @CCFCheetahUK]

The eight newest cheetah cub arrivals in Somaliland had an exciting day — they got to explore the larger enclosure next to the clinic pens for the very first time and even meet some of their new neighbours! ☺️🐾

They’re growing up fast, and thanks to our dedicated team, they’re receiving all the love and expert care they need to thrive. 💛

[Cheetah Conservation Fund UK @CCFCheetahUK]

✨ For the first time, we’re bringing you an #ArtistTakeover! This month, meet Sarah Lake, a talented paper artist from Kent whose love for wildlife shines through every piece she creates. 🐾✂️

What started as a hobby over ten years ago has now turned into something truly meaningful: Sarah donates her unique papercut artworks to wildlife charities, including CC, to help raise funds for conservation. 💛

If you want to get to know more about Sarah's work, click on the link below.

🔗https://t.co/aYJ8t85LHw

#WildlifeConservation #Wild #SaveTheCheetahs #LeadingTheCharge #ProtectWildlife #SaveWildlife

[Cheetah Conservation Fund UK @CCFCheetahUK]

This week we celebrated International Dog Day 🐾 — but at CCF, dogs are so important that we’ve decided to celebrate them all week long!

🦴 Our Livestock Guarding Dogs use their presence (and loud bark!) to keep predators away from farms, preventing conflict and saving cheetah lives.

👃 Our Scat Detection Dogs help us track cheetahs in the wild, providing vital data for monitoring and conservation.

Beyond their hard work, they’re also our best friends, bringing joy to every day at CCF. Now, we need your help taking care of them.

By symbolically adopting one of our dogs, you’re helping us provide them with the food, healthcare, and training they need to continue their life-saving work.

👉 Celebrate dogs with us and adopt today by clicking the link below!

🔗 https://t.co/88UYs62Ydc

[Cheetah Conservation Fund UK @CCFCheetahUK]

Volunteers are at the heart of CCF’s work 💛🐆 Thanks to their dedication, we can:

→ Raise awareness about cheetah conservation and CCF’s work in the Horn of Africa
→ Inspire more people to symbolically adopt cheetahs
→  Fundraise for vital conservation projects
→ Build connections across England and open doors to new partnerships

None of this would be possible without our incredible volunteers. A huge thank you to Sam and Ali, who dedicated their time at the Hamerton Zoo last weekend to support this important cause!

Want to join our UK volunteer team and make a difference for cheetahs? Click on the link below and get in touch with us 💌

🔗 https://t.co/u2xakOzAOh

[Cheetah Conservation Fund UK @CCFCheetahUK]

HUGE shoutout to the incredible Darragh as he takes on the London Marathon TOMORROW! 🏃‍♂️ He's running all 42.2 kilometers to raise vital funds for cheetah conservation and @CCF_UK's amazing programs.

Want to cheer him on and support his inspiring journey? Click the link below to learn more about why he's running and how you can donate to help him reach his goal! 🐾

🔗 https://t.co/K6qexfS4vN

#LondonMarathon #RunWithAPurpose #CheetahConservation

[Cheetah Conservation Fund UK @CCFCheetahUK]

In Namibia, CCF has tagged and released over 650 cheetahs, rehabilitated more than 50 orphans, and radio-tracked nearly 100 to inform conservation strategies. Beyond cheetahs, we work to restore wildlands, protect watersheds, and reintroduce native species.

This vital work is only possible because of your support—thank you!

Now, we need your help to continue protecting these amazing big cats. Join our #RewildingCampaign and help keep cheetahs in the wild. Click the link below to learn more.

🔗 https://t.co/OGm54WXe72

📸: Nathan Moine

#conservation #wildlife #wildlifeconservation

[Cheetah Conservation Fund UK @CCFCheetahUK]

Female cheetah with her cubs 🐾.

📷 @helenblack_animals

[Cheetah Conservation Fund UK @CCFCheetahUK]

Details of cheetahs: tail, mouth and paw! 🐾

📸: Helen Black

[Cheetah Conservation Fund UK @CCFCheetahUK]

The past 9 days were crucial for the future of endangered species. 🐆✨

ConGen 2025 brought world-renowned scientists & officials to CCF’s HQ in Namibia to discuss breakthroughs in conservation genetics—including our role in uplisting the Horn of Africa cheetah to Endangered on the IUCN Red List.

Learn more via the link below!

🔗 https://t.co/QCBhouwUei

#ConGen2025 #ConservationGenetics #CheetahConservation #CCF #EndangeredSpecies