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Hunting Antelope with the Vomba Female

September 6, 2011
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A herd of about 30 impala were drinking at Taylor’s Dam; it had been a hot day and they needed to quench their thirst. They had braved the crocodiles and had moved towards the watering hole. The Vomba Female Leopard maneuvered to perfection. She acted quickly and silently. From our vantage point on the vehicle we could see her plan…she used the long grass as cover and was aiming to chase the herd down the dam wall towards the water…they would be trapped. Her body lowered, belly nearly dragging on the ground. She moved like lightning. We hardly dared to breathe..!

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How Wild Dogs Behave at a Kill

May 16, 2011
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Despite the nature of the Wild Dog’s approach to hunting and killing, the dynamics at a kill make for interesting observation and much can be learned about the depth of this specie’s social structure. The below video gives you a good indication of how these dappled creatures truly behave around a kill…

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The Evolution of Style

April 9, 2010

It has often been said that there are no points for style in the bush. I however believe that this is merely an excuse that us humans use for not being able to compete with the myriad of fashionable, unique and elegantly styled animals that roam throughout Londolozi Game Reserve. To view the full post and video click on the heading above.

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The reason persistence works

February 22, 2010

She seemed foolish at first, childish and inane in her abilities. The Vomba Young Female Leopard had spotted the mongoose running into the small shrub and was after it in a matter of seconds. The leopard was a live wire…a vibrant current bristling with energy and excitement at the possibility of a playmate that would turn into a meal. That is, if she could successfully catch it. To view the full post and video, click on the heading above.

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