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Birding Big Year 2026- February Summed Up!

Sean Zeederberg March 2, 2026 4

With February now behind us, the “casual” phase of the 2026 Birding Big Year has officially evaporated. The leaderboard has begun to split into three very distinct camps. On one …

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What Bird Is This? #33

Sean Zeederberg February 28, 2026 8

Since we recently reignited our “What Bird Is This?” series, we’ve decided to keep the momentum going with a monthly challenge whenever a good (or delightfully bad) photo opportunity arises. …

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A Literal Stroke of Luck: The Mystery Guest at the Ranger Room

Sean Zeederberg January 26, 2026 19

So put your minds to rest about the recent, “What bird is this #32?” here is the answer. To those who got it right, well done! To the others, we …

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What Bird Is This? #32

Sean Zeederberg January 22, 2026 26

It has been a while since we have done a Bird ID Challenge, and I guess, since we are running with the theme of birding this year, having only just …

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The Oxpecker – A friend or foe?

Nick Tennick March 20, 2025 10

There are few birds as iconic in the African bushveld as the Oxpecker. On a game drive at Londolozi, spotting these small yet tenacious birds darting across the backs of …

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My 10 Favourite Bird Calls At Londolozi

Robert Ball October 1, 2024 18

At first glance, many people assume that a safari experience is all about seeing animals. To be fair, with social media being the main way people are exposed to safaris …

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In Search of the Mysterious Owls of Londolozi

Nick Tennick May 8, 2024 23

How rare is it to see an Owl at Londolozi? I recently had the pleasure of hosting a couple who have been regular visitors to Londolozi for the past decade. …

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Mastering Bird Photography: My Top 5 Tips

Nick Tennick July 17, 2023 21

The beautiful Londolozi Game Reserve is a haven for nature enthusiasts and wildlife photographers. Today we will focus on bird photography, offering you invaluable tips to enhance your skills and …

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Birds and Their Beaks

Nick Tennick February 15, 2023 23

When tracker Joy and I were recently tracking a female leopard on foot, we noticed the remains of a Leopard Tortoise’s shell in small pieces on the ground. After much …

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Keeping Cool in the Delightfully Warm Summer Heat: Birds

Nick Tennick December 27, 2022 25

Welcome to the third and final instalment of the: Keeping Cool in the Delightfully Warm Summer Series. Previously we explored how Mammals and Reptiles have overcome the challenges of the …

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Weaving Wizardry

Nick Tennick October 17, 2022 26

Weaver birds are renowned for being among the most accomplished nest builders in the bird world, with nests that are intricately and skillfully woven together. Each weaver species has specialised …

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Swifts, Swallows and Martins – Who is who?

Kelsey Clark April 13, 2022 16

Swifts, Swallows or Martins – where do you even begin with these small birds whizzing overhead and seldom stopping to perch. If you are anything like me, you love looking …

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What Bird is This? #31

James Tyrrell April 1, 2021 18

It’s been a while since we ran a Bird ID Challenge. Over four months in fact. Now that we are slowly going back into winter and the migrants will be …

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What Bird is This? #30

James Tyrrell November 9, 2020 18

I remember seeing this bird for the first time. I was in the north of the Kruger with one of South Africa’s leading trails guides and top birders, and he …

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What Bird is This? #29

James Tyrrell October 15, 2020 17

This is a fairly large bird. I think that’s fairly obvious given its size relative to the tree in the foreground. I won’t say much more than that. It’s tricky …

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