A Wild Afternoon- When Wild Dogs and a Leopard Cross Paths
It was a typical December summer afternoon at Londolozi. The air hung heavy with the promise of rain, as grey clouds stretched across the sky. Despite the humidity, the bush …
It was a typical December summer afternoon at Londolozi. The air hung heavy with the promise of rain, as grey clouds stretched across the sky. Despite the humidity, the bush …
Based on my previous blog “Aardvark as ecosystem engineers“, I thought it would be good to dive into a species which relies on Aardvarks, to a certain extent… This blog …
Patience is everything in the bush, and few moments test that virtue quite like watching a mother leopard on the hunt. Lately, we’ve been incredibly fortunate to spend quality time …
The start of Autumn. The autumn days are in full swing all around us here at Londolozi. The rainy clouds still persist, the autumn sunrises are shades of pink, purple, …
We are absolutely through the roof that we finally got to see the newest additions to the Kambula Pride out in the open! The day before, we had spent hours …
As dawn approached, the first light painted the sky in delicate shades of pink and gold. There was excitement in the air, specifically for one reason: about five weeks ago, …
Vultures are often misunderstood creatures, yet their role in maintaining the balance of the ecosystem is invaluable. At Londolozi, these scavengers perform an essential function, ensuring that nothing goes to …
There is no better way to start a virtual safari than with a male lion roaring. We spend an evening with one of the Ndzhenga Males as he lets off …
Bird feathers have historically held a profound place in myths, folklore, and cultural traditions. Revered for their connection to the heavens and their association with the spiritual realm, feathers have been …
Every year, millions of Barn Swallows (Hirundo rustica) make a remarkable journey from their breeding grounds in Europe to the warm, sun-riched plains of South Africa. This long migration is …
From a large male leopard dragging and hoisting a warthog carcass to hippos fighting and four male lions crossing the sand river in the cover of darkness, this is a …
Summer is well and truly in full swing at Londolozi! The bush has been teeming with life and we have been treated to some pretty spectacular sightings. The bush has …
I have always been immensely fascinated by the wild. It was during a walk around the perimeter fence of my family’s holiday house on a game reserve in the Limpopo …
Over the past couple of weeks, the Ximungwe Female has proven to be a very difficult leopard to find. So, with a recent report of her and her 3-month-old cub …
Summer in the African bush is a magical time. After the life-giving rains, the Londolozi landscape bursts into colour as wildflowers emerge in all their glory. These delicate treasures are …