June was an exciting month for us – a leopard and hyena conflict, a hyena and impala kill and the ever intriguing dynamics of the lion prides of Londolozi…
As exciting as it was, we also had some sad news to announce with the passing of the Nanga cub. While the little cub, featured in our selection below, is sadly no longer with us, in the brief period that she graced us with her being, she has left a huge impact on many people.
The photographs showcase some of our favourite images from this month, scroll on to enjoy 10 of our best.
Leopards will often climb onto termite mounds or fallen logs in order to see what prey species are potentially available in the surrounding areas, and the Mashaba young female displays a perfect example of this behaviour before settling down to rest out the hotter hours of the day. ISO 800, F4, 1/4000, Photographed by Nick Kleer
A cheetah cub decides that its mother has rested enough for the day, apparently it is time to play. ISO 1250, f8, 1/500, Photographed by Amy Attenborough
The impala rutting (mating) season has seen its climax, with the exception of a few (more persistent) males still trying their luck. Males assert their dominance in territorial disputes allowing them to pass on their genes for future generations. ISO 800, f5.6, 1/4000, Photographed by Callum Gowar
An unusual take on a male lion yawning in the refection of some of the remaining water as he prepares to get active in the evening. ISO 600, f4.0, 1/1000 Photographed by Don Heyneke
A young lion cub drinks from the safe protective covering of its mother. I’m sure at this age, the cub believes there is no safer place in the world. ISO 640, f7.1, 1/4000 Photographed by Amy Attenborough
The piercing stare of the Tamboti female. ISO 800, F/2.8, 1/400. Photographed by Erin Bezuidenhout
The Mhangeni pride slake their thirst in the late afternoon. ISO 1600, f5.0, 1/40, Photographed by Callum Gowar
Intensity. ISO 800 F5.6, 1/800, Photographed by Trevor Ryan McCall-Peat
The Nanga cub practices its killing skills on his mom’s flicking tail. Being the only cub in the litter, it was always full of pent up energy by the time its mother came home and it would use her as its play toy. It was incredible to see how patient she was with this bundle of energy. Photographed by Amy Attenborough
A caring mother zebra reassures her foal after discovering several waterholes were dry ISO 800, f5.6, 1/500, Photographed by Callum Gowar
Photographed by: Trevor Ryan McCall-Peat, Erin Bezuidenhout, Callum Gowar, Don Heyneke, Amy Attenborough and Nick Kleer.
Compiled by: Kate Collins, Londolozi Blog Editor
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As always AMAZING photos!!! Of course I am very biased and think Trevor and Erin’s are the best but WELL DONE to ALL!!! SOOOOOO enjoy these photo’s – real talent there!!
Thanks Alice! They make an excellent team 😉 So excited about the good news.
What pride is that cub from didnt know any of Londos prides had new cubs or is it potienially the Othawa pride from the west? Great Blog and anmazing pictures.
Thank you Blair. The photo of the cub was taken elsewhere and featured in Amy’s photographic journal of her favourite images of young animals. We loved the image and thought it was too good not to share again!
Stunning images! Great photo of the Tamboti female.
A wonderful collection Kate. I am home and enjoying my leopard photo
Hi Barb, so pleased you enjoying your print. Have you hung it up yet? Looking forward to your next visit.
Wonderful
Thank you Ian. I hear that you are visiting us again soon? When will you be here? Hope to be around to see you.
Tamboti female is my pick.
A favourite of mine as well, excellent detail.
So happy to see my favorite female leopards, Tamboti & young Mashaba. Brings back many happy memories. Thank you for sharing your June in pictures.
Thank you Arden. When will you be visiting us again?
All such stunning images Kate, but the one of the little Nanga cub touches my heart…still so sad at his loss. The one of the Tamboti female is incredible…but they’re all really fantastic pictures.
Thank you Jill, the photos of the cub are adorable – we are so lucky to be able share in these special memories.
Amy’s cubs are incredible.
Beautiful selection, thanks Kate!
Stunning pictures all! Congrats to all the photographers, but my ultimate favourite has to be the Nanga Cub with mom’s tail in his mouth! RIP Little one :'(