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» » Born to Explore Namibia: Saving the Wild Cheetah (2011– )

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It's the world's fastest land animal­­­reaching speeds up to 70 miles per hour. The cheetah is also one of the most endangered cats in Africa. Join host Richard Wiese as he journeys to the Cheetah Conservation Fund in Namibia. Dr. Laurie Marker has spent her entire life protecting the cheetah from extinction. Richard learns why orphaned cubs can never be released back in to the wild and joins in the fun as the cats sprint through their daily exercise routine. We track cheetahs on the Namibian plains and discover what is being done to protect these big cats. See why local farmers and communities will help determine the cheetah's survival for future generations.

Episode credited cast:
Richard Wiese Richard Wiese - Himself - Host
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