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Frame, G.W.
Cheetah Ecology and Behaviour
1976 Full Book
The status of cheetahs in the Serengeti ecosystem is considered good, with an estimated population of at least 500. The secrecy of most cheetahs acounts for the apparent scarcity. In the dry season cheetahs concentrate along the woodlad edge, and around Seronera, where the density becomes one cheetah per 3 sq.km. - the highest known density of wild cheetahs anywhere in Africa. Optimum habitat is lightly wooded or bushed grassland. Cover is very important for hunting, protection, and shade. Cheetahs prey on whatever is abundant, small and easily caught; at Seronera this is mainly Thomson's gazelles. Various aspects of behaviour are being studied; these are grouping, spacing, courtship, and the development of cub play. Aspects of tourist viewing and management are discussed.
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