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Hyena bites Lioness’ Tail off

Adam Bannister November 12, 2011 24

The last 10 days have provided some fascinating developments for Londolozi’s Tsalala Pride. I need to wind back the clock to the night of the 1 November. That night the …

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The Week in Pictures # 20

Talley Smith November 11, 2011 20

If you’ve ever been on a game drive with Freddy and me, you’ll know that our favourite thing to do is find an individual animal, or a group of animals, …

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The Leopards of Londolozi # 12

David Dampier November 9, 2011 2

This week included yet more amazing leopard interactions, including kills, cubs and, as always, Camp Pan Male! Having spent a number of extra long days out in the field, I …

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Two Incredible Snake Encounters

David Dampier November 8, 2011 18

Londolozi is famous for many things, but not, as far as I am aware, snakes. In fact, many guests specifically request NOT to see snakes, and I have yet to …

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Leopards, Lions, Hyenas and Tree Climbing

Adam Bannister November 7, 2011 3

What goes up must come down… The one thing I love about Leopards is that they can climb trees: and they make it look so easy. I have always loved …

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The Week in Pictures # 19

Talley Smith November 4, 2011 11

This week, the rains really came. We had several days where there was little break in precipitation, resulting in thickening green growth, vibrant colours, a rising river and many animals …

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The Leopards of Londolozi # 11

David Dampier November 2, 2011 13

As mentioned last week, the rains have well and truly arrived and the bush is quickly transforming itself. This can make tracking a little more difficult at times, and keeping …

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Wild Dogs and Wild Beasts

Adam Bannister November 1, 2011 10

The khoikhoi called them “Gnou” after their unusual sound; the Afrikaners called them Wildebeest, or “Wild Beast,” for the menacing appearance presented by its large head, shaggy mane, pointed beard, …

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Tailless Female is Mating…

Adam Bannister October 29, 2011 8

Big news from Londolozi in terms of the lion dynamics is that in the last week the much loved Tailless Female of the Tsalala Pride has been seen a number …

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The Week in Pictures # 18

Talley Smith October 28, 2011 16

This week the weather became significantly warmer, with the occasional unpredicted thunderstorm. Spring seems in the air more than ever, and I think the most appropriate theme for this week …

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John Varty – A Life With Leopards # 3

Rich Laburn October 27, 2011 7

John Varty (JV) is an acclaimed wildlife filmmaker, conservationist, musician, author and one of the founders of Londolozi Game Reserve. He has dedicated his life to the conservation of Big …

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The Leopards of Londolozi # 10

David Dampier October 26, 2011 3

Although last week was always going to be tough to beat, there was still plenty of activity amongst the leopards these past few days, including an interesting interaction between the …

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Why the Giraffe has a Short Neck

Adam Bannister October 24, 2011 6

The idea that the Giraffe got it’s long neck due to food shortages in the lower reaches of trees seems like a no brainer. The Giraffe is taller than all …

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The Week in Pictures # 17

Talley Smith October 21, 2011 24

Last week I promised leopards for this week, and did they ever deliver! As the weather gets more unpredictable, the days mixed with thunderstorms and summer sunshine, the bush is …

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Tsalala Pride Steal Leopard kill

Adam Bannister October 20, 2011 4

The Tsalala Pride never ceases to amaze! Following them move through the Sand River the other day the adult lioness with the older 4 cubs suddenly accelerated and ran forward. …

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