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CAPTIVATING – MEANINGFUL – INSPIRING

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A meaningful 6-part Conservation Series

Get ready for spectacular wildlife scenes and seeing conservation through a totally new perspective!

We created 6 breathtaking short documentary films around different conservation topics and our efforts at Selati Game Reserve to protect & support our nature & wildlife. Featuring Wildlife Experts & the Selati Research Team.

GET EXCLUSIVE INSIGHTS and BEHIND THE SCENES on life-saving wildlife operations. LEARN more about endangered species and how important Selati’s conservation efforts are. GAIN A DEEPER UNDERSTANDING on how ecosystems work and how important wildlife management in a fenced game reserve is. ENJOY and GET INSPIRED by the beauty of nature & wildlife in the 27’000ha big Selati Game Reserve. With this special conservation series, we want to raise awareness for important conservation topics and inspire & encourage people to make a difference in conserving our beautiful nature & wildlife.

THE SELATI CONSERVATION SERIES

EPISODE 1:
Cheetah Conservation

Join us for the first episode of our Conservation Series sponsored by the Selati Wilderness Foundation, spotlighting cheetah conservation at Selati. Follow our Research Team during a challenging collaring of two cheetah brothers with a lifelong bond. Discover why monitoring these endangered cats is crucial – especially to prevent inbreeding through genetic management. Learn about cheetah biology, behaviour, and what makes them unique. Featuring stunning wildlife footage and expert insights.

EPISODE 2:
Vulture Conservation

In Episode 2 of our Conservation Series sponsored by the Selati Wilderness Foundation, we spotlight the critical role of African vultures, five of which are now Critically Endangered. Learn why these often-overlooked birds are essential for healthy ecosystems—preventing disease by cleaning up carcasses. Go behind the scenes with our team and the Endangered Wildlife Trust for a vulture-tagging mission. Explore what makes vultures unique, and soar with them in breathtaking aerial footage. Give vultures the attention they deserve!

EPISODE 3:
Elephant Management

In this episode, discover how Selati, a 27,000ha private game reserve, manages its elephant population and supports vital conservation efforts. Learn about the key role elephants play in ecosystems and why protecting them matters. Enjoy breathtaking footage, expert insights from Dr. Michelle Henley and Selati’s General Manager, and action-packed scenes from an elephant collaring operation. Get inspired by these majestic giants in their natural habitat and see the bigger conservation picture.

EPISODE 4:
Rhino Dehorning

Rhinos are iconic and endangered. If we can’t protect them, what can we protect? In Episode 4, explore the emotional and controversial conservation strategy of rhino dehorning. Learn why Selati has dehorned all its rhinos as part of a broader anti-poaching effort, and how this drastic step helps save them from extinction. Get exclusive behind-the-scenes access to a dehorning operation, with insights from experts. Eye-opening, emotional, and educational, this episode sparks important conversations.

Why?

ENTERTAIN & TRANSFER KNOWLEDGE
With fascinating insights of daily tasks & challenges that the Selati Research Team faces, we want to show you what behind the scenes of a fenced 27’000ha big 5 Game Reserve happens. What it needs and how many passionate people it takes to be able to create a conservation legacy. With breathtaking scenes and emotional moments we want you to fall in love with our amazing wildlife & beautiful nature all over again!

EDUCATE & RAISE AWARENESS:
We don’t just want to entertain you – we would like for you to learn more about our beautiful nature. All our episodes are packed with informative interviews featuring wildlife experts, interesting information about species and ecosystems and explanations of conservation efforts. We also want to raise awareness for endangered species that are in need of places like the Selati Game Reserve and discuss important conservation topics with you.

INSPIRE & EMPOWER:
Everyday we give our best to protect our wildlife and support our nature. This is only possible with passion & help from you! You can be part oft he change and make a real difference! Support places like the Selati Game Reserve, that create a safe space for our nature, get active and inspire others.

Do you want to make a difference now?

  • BE THE VOICE WE NEED & share the Selati Conservation Series with your family & friends
  • SUPPORT our conservation efforts at Selati – get in contact with us
  • BE PART OF THE CHANGE: Join us and Volunteer with our Research Team

Featuring Wildlife Experts & the Selati Research Team

Vincent van der Merwe

EWT: Cheetah Metapopulation Coordinator

Dr Lindy Thompson

EWT: Vulture Conservation & Research

More Wildlife Experts to be announced

Filmmaker: Justin Sullivan

Award-winning photographer specialising in conservation photography & filmmaking

www.justinsullivan.org