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Herons, Storks and Cranes – Aren’t They All the Same?

Kelsey Clark May 26, 2022 16

Long legs, long necks, and long bills – surely Herons, Storks, and Cranes must all be a part of the same family? As much as they may appear to be …

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Life from a vulture’s perspective

Kyle Gordon May 25, 2022 28

The chill of the night begins to lift as the red dawn unhurriedly wraps up the nighttime stars in its warm embrace. The vulture raises her sparsely feathered head from …

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The Week in Pictures #541

Sean Zeederberg April 22, 2022 2 39

“The Greatest threat to our planet is the belief that someone else will save it.” Robert Swan. Today, the 22nd of April, marks Earth Day. Earth Day is dedicated to …

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The Week in Pictures #540

Sean Zeederberg April 15, 2022 8 40

This Week in Pictures highlights an incredibly diverse photographic week. From another glimpse at the Nhlanguleni Female’s cub from the initial sighting we had of them as it hides in …

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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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Rare African Python Raids a Starling Nest

Chris Taylor March 30, 2022 1 13

The vast majority of bird species prefer to breed during the more plentiful summer months. There’s more food around during this time of year which provides the adults with more …

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The Importance of Bird Language

Matt Rochford March 16, 2022 12

My favourite simple joy is to get up early, go out on a game drive into the bush in time to watch the sun come up. There’s no better way …

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Photography Series Episode 2: Generations through the lens

Tristan Cooke March 9, 2022 2 22

Photography Series In the month of March, Londolozi is showcasing some of our best photography and photographers alike. This five part blog series will take readers behind some stunning imagery …

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A Big Birding Year

Nick Sims March 2, 2022 18

Last year a group of us, Londolozi Rangers, past and present, decided to try our hands at something a little different. We decided that we were going to embark on …

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Wildlife Photography In Kruger ~ A Q&A With Ranger Nick Sims

Jemma Thorpe February 26, 2022 14

You will find many wildlife photos around my house which I have proudly framed and hung up to be admired. These images remind me of a time when I picked …

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How Does a Bird’s Vision Compare to a Human’s?

Robyn Morrison February 3, 2022 23

Humans are exceptional animals by any stretch of the imagination. Our special traits – from big brains to opposable thumbs – have given us great abilities and have allowed us …

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Thunder Bird brings the Rain

Matt Rochford January 26, 2022 25

I’m looking forward to entering the peak of the rainy season, which brings a very special sound to the African bush. Shortly after the sun rises, the air will often …

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How to Series Part 1: How to Start Birding

Dean De La Rey December 28, 2021 1

“I would love to get into birds”, “It’s something I love but have never really gotten into it”. The famous words of not only people that come on safari but …

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A Walk To Remember

Patrick Grealy November 29, 2021 15

For many Londolozi guides, a bush walk will always hold a big place in our hearts. The simple act of walking allows us to connect with the bush on a …

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5 Birds You Might Find Off Founders Deck

Ashleigh Chamberlain November 6, 2021 20

Prior to being a Camp Manager at Founders, or a member of staff at Londolozi, I was only confident about knowing the difference between an ostrich and a chicken. That …

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