Honey Badger Don’t Care
Those of you who know what a honey badger is may have the preconceived idea of an aggressive, short-tempered and very dangerous animal when harassed or irritated. You would be …
Those of you who know what a honey badger is may have the preconceived idea of an aggressive, short-tempered and very dangerous animal when harassed or irritated. You would be …
During July we celebrated our legends, the people who have made a significant contribution to conservation practices, as well as the legends of the wild, our lions and leopards. We …
As half the year has flown by I find myself reflecting on what an incredible few months we have had so far. I remember the beginning of the year and discussing the …
The hyenas are back with a vengeance! With the departure of the Majingilane from central and eastern Londolozi, it seems that new coalitions aren’t the only thing that the resident …
“Looking at beauty in the world, is the first step of purifying the mind” – Amit Ray When one visits Londolozi, there are so many amazing animals that we …
The mystery leopard from the post earlier in the week is indeed the Mashaba female. Well done to those who put either her or the Tamboti female as their guesses, they …
One of my favourite books is called Elephantoms, written by Lyall Watson. It explores the soul of these great pachyderms, more from an anecdotal than scientific viewpoint, nevertheless sharing some …
Having not posted The Week in Pictures for awhile I thought I’d showcase a few of the more memorable cat sightings I’ve had recently, since they are high on many …
When one first visits the bush, it is generally the bigger animals that interest you the most. The lions, leopards and elephants thrill first time visitors, and so they should. …
One of the most exciting parts of embarking on a game drive with a new set of guests is staring out over the savanna and feeling the immense sense of …
The Sand River is the lifeblood of Londolozi, and indeed the Sabi Sand reserve as a whole. From the reserve’s western boundary, the river flows through 8 different properties on …
Home is timeless, in the heart, near love, close to a river. Where the animals are.” …
“Always laugh when you can, it is cheap medicine” – Lord Byron Over the last few years of guiding there have been sightings that brought tears to my eyes, sightings that …
June was an exciting month for us – a leopard and hyena conflict, a hyena and impala kill and the ever intriguing dynamics of the lion prides of Londolozi… As exciting as it …
I love following wild dogs. Although a drive with them can be a gamble, trying to stick with the pack as they move at speed through extensive bushwillow thickets, the …