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Flower - of the Kalahari - and her Whiskers. Zaphod, of course. Kleintjie, all in 3D. Swift & Ernesto. And later Sqirt & Weenie...The meerkats of the Kalahari Meerkat Project starred on countless screens and in books - do you want to learn more about the actors behind these stars? Or are you "just" fond of these furry little creatures that seem to value family above everything else? Or are you here to support the KMP research - and see what we've achieved with our support? Whatever it is that sparked your interest in the KMP meerkats:
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March 2026 Life History File
The March 2026 Meerkatter covers a topic that many of you have been waiting for – the history and current status of tuberculosis (TB) at the project. As previously noted, Elrond’s Council has been severely affected by TB. However, TB is currently impacting the project’s other groups including Alba and…
February 2026 Life History File
A new group was discovered this month 1.5 km south of Whiskers’ territory. The group is comprised of approximately 17 wild individuals and at least one pregnant female. One adult male who seemed comfortable around the observers was identified as Princess Carolyn (VTDM013), originally from Trackie-Daks and later immigrating into…
January 2026 Life History File
During the summer months in the Kalahari when resources for the meerkats are plentiful, subordinate females may be allowed to breed without eviction. This was detailed in the January 2026 Meerkatter with focus on Gold Diggers six pregnant subordinate females. In January, Gold Diggers dominant female Goldeneye (VGDF007) gave birth…
December 2025 Life History File
Vetkoeks meerkat group is highlighted in the December 2025 Meerkatter. The importance of group territory and its influence on the group’s long-term survival is described in detail. December is the height of the meerkat breeding season in the Kalahari. Dominant females from multiple groups gave birth including Alba’s Cleopatra (VALF008),…