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The African Goshawk (Accipiter Tachiro) is no stranger to the Londolozi Village. This incredible bird of prey is known for its agility, speed, and keen hunting skills. And there is …
The African Goshawk (Accipiter Tachiro) is no stranger to the Londolozi Village. This incredible bird of prey is known for its agility, speed, and keen hunting skills. And there is …
The summer paintings – green textures, scatterlings of wildflowers, blue skies, dramatic clouds, golden glow and ripples in the flowing water. This week we have been fortunate enough to see …
Ever since I was a little girl, I have been fascinated by birds. I have always wondered how they view the world from above, how they create woven nests with …
Summer is in full swing, and the bush is alive with the signs of the season. The lush greenery and the start of the summer rains have resulted in the …
We often talk about the benefits of each season here at Londolozi, and while the heat of summer can be more difficult to handle, the benefits that come alongside it …
Vultures are often misunderstood creatures, yet they play a vital role in maintaining the health of ecosystems, particularly in Southern Africa. These so-called “nature’s clean-up crew” prevent disease, recycle nutrients, …
Have you ever seen a Lilac-breasted roller roll? A Lilac-breasted Roller’s name comes from two things: its shimmering lilac breast and its mesmerizing courtship display. This display, a dance of …
As we approach the festive season, we’d like to wish all our readers a magical time ahead, with special warmth extended to those celebrating Christmas. May your holidays be filled …
Summer in full swing. Looking back through the archives and reflecting on how the reserve compares to this time last year, we have definitely had a lot less rain in …
There’s something undeniably magical about the Knobbly fig tree. Its long, aerial roots cascade to the earth like nature’s own sculpture, its slanted trunk twists as if whispering ancient secrets, …
As the first rains of the season have graced Londolozi, the landscape is undergoing an extraordinary metamorphosis. Emerging from what has been the closest encounter with drought conditions for quite …
Having received a decent amount of rain last week, my hopes were high that we’d start to see an end to the dry season. However, a week-long spell of sweltering, …
It’s been a longer winter here in the Sabi Sands but summer seems to have finally arrived. The land is thirsty and the recent storms seemed only to bring wind …
On warm afternoons, Trevor and I often depart from camp with a plan to head straight towards a series of nearby waterholes on our game drives. At this time of …
2024 has been quite the birding year for Londolozi. The Chorister Robin-Chat, newly listed on the reserve’s birding records, became a resident over the winter months, delighting both guides and …