The Leadership for Conservation in Africa hosts two live digital talks each month, presented by conservationists, researchers and environmental heroes from across Africa. These Unlocking Nature events are hosted on Thursdays and are free and open to the public.
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Large mammalian herbivores move for a variety of reasons, including food, reproduction, and to avoid predators. In some ecosystems, multiple species of ungulate herbivores engage in coordinated movements, prompting ecologists to ask questions about the underlying mechanisms of these multi-species migrations. The Serengeti in east Africa is an example of a multi-species migratory ecosystem, and is one of the few remaining large ungulate migrations on earth. This presentation shares research results from the Serengeti and what we have learned by studying herbivore movements, their diets, and variation in dynamic forces such as rainfall and fire.
Have you ever wondered what it is like when your fellow passenger on the flight is a sleeping lion Considering the financial cost and highly specialised skills required to relocate wildlife, why are conservation managers investing substantial resources on moving animals Our highly experienced guest experts will explain when it is the right option to move animals beyond fences in our fragmented conservation landscapes. They will also illustrate how careful planning can minimise risk and ensure safe landings and successful re-introductions.
The cathcment of the Okavango Delta is under severe pressure due to rapid land use change caused by the transition from susbsitence economies to income generating activities and population expansion, posing serious threats to its sustainability. Can the ecological red flags point leaders toward better management decisions and what would those look like? Our guest experts will provide a deep assessment of the broader Okavango system and its vulnerabilities, discussing tangible examples of ecosystem change, and the opportunities to turn toward viable futures.