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Tag: Wildlife
Fallen giraffe
Seeing vultures or other birds of prey perching during overcast conditions are not uncommon. However, when you find around 40 jostling frantically for their position in the tree tops there’s bound to be something happening below. I made my way through the block to… Continue Reading “Fallen giraffe”
Two firsts in one day
There is always a first time for everything. This week I managed to have two firsts in one day. After spending a great drive with my fellow ranger Nigel and a large breeding herd of elephants, it was time to stop for some drinks… Continue Reading “Two firsts in one day”
The hills are calling
A change is as good as a holiday they say. When that change is better than the holiday that most dream of you know you’ve made a great move. I find myself in a different part of South Africa yet again. I have recently… Continue Reading “The hills are calling”
From kittens to cubs
I clearly remember the day I approached the corner of a little rocky outcrop. Standing proudly on one of the rocks was a cheetah. Not just any cheetah. A mother with four overly excited newly born cubs ready to take on the world. That… Continue Reading “From kittens to cubs”
The last laugh
It’s no laughing matter when you find yourself in the clutches of one of nature’s wisest predators. I see many guests out on safari and a lot of them dream about witnessing a kill. I was lucky enough to witness such an occasion. Spending… Continue Reading “The last laugh”
Moving out
The first rain of the rainy season has arrived and the Lowveld is buzzing with new life. The air is filled with the frenzied calls of the migratory Woodlands Kingfisher and Red Chested Cuckoo. The leaves cover the trees once again and green grass… Continue Reading “Moving out”
Well spotted
Dull grey and brown hues dominate the bush as it nears the end of the dry season. This in turn provides the perfect camouflage for animals in their natural environment. I treat every day in the bush as a new day and wonder what… Continue Reading “Well spotted”
Go Birding
“Could you please show us some birds” is not a phrase I hear too often when heading out with guests on safari. With a country as diverse as South Africa, shouldn’t a day out in nature include a little more than the request to… Continue Reading “Go Birding”
Coming in strong
Understading animal movements and behaviours can provide you with exceptionally rewarding sightings. This was the case for me this week. I stumbled on some lionesses and cubs walking hastily down a road towards me. They were still a fair distance away from me. I… Continue Reading “Coming in strong”
Tuck in
Escaping economics, even in the bush, is impossible. Supply and demand will inevitably even itself out especially when lions are involved. Although waterholes support a great diversity of life forms and act as points where animals congregate, they also serve as easy pickings for… Continue Reading “Tuck in”
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