June 2023 Life History File

One of the oldest of the KMP’s groups, Ubuntu, is highlighted in the June Meerkatter.  Former dominant couple, Daisy (VBBF111) and Scar (VUBM021), portrayed themselves in Meerkat Manor: Rise of the Dynasty.  Since its discovery in 2016, Ubuntu has experienced many tribulations including frequent dominance changes, both male and female. …

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May 2023 Life History File

An article on solo dominants is presented in this month’s Meerkatter.  Current solo dominants (those without partners) include Elrond Council dominant female Snoop Kat (VECF039), Zulus Spruddel (VZUF028), Vetkoeks Mooncake (VHMF053) and Runaways dominant male Shiraz (VJXM122). On a sad note, May brought the loss of two dominant females. Lazuli’s…

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April 2023 Life History File

A couple of interesting topics are covered in this month’s Meerkatter.  First, becoming dominant is explained and dominance record-holders in the Project’s history are highlighted.  The oldest female to become dominant was Monkulus (VWF063).  Monkulus, who portrayed Maybelline in the original Meerkat Manor series, became dominant at Mayans at the…

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March 2023 Life History File

In this month’s Meerkatter, habituation is explained and a synopsis of the KMP’s current habituation groups is presented.  The newest habituation group is the Cape Crusaders.  Dominance has not yet been determined. Cape Crusaders eldest subordinate female, Timon (VZUF049), had not been seen since June 2022 when she was chased…

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