Dan Hirschowitz

Ranger

Dan developed his love for the African bush whilst growing up on a family run farm in the Kwa-Zulu Natal midlands. Growing up in the bushveld he was surrounded by wildlife and finds his passion in what nature has to offer. After completing his schooling in Kwazulu/Natal he studied for a BComm. Marketing degree at Stellenbosch University. Upon completing his studies, Dan swooped up the opportunity to train as a ranger at Londolozi. His love for people and wildlife has contributed to him currently pursuing his dream of growing as nature guide.

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What Would We Do Without Tracking?

Dan Hirschowitz October 10, 2022 1 7

After a quick chat in the Founders Camp car park with expert Tracker Freddy Ngobeni, we both agreed on the afternoon’s plan, to search for a leopard. It was night …

Leopards Rangers Tracking Wildlife

Sdz 9688 Cheetah And Cub On Fallen Marula B&w

Update on the Mother Cheetah

Dan Hirschowitz September 7, 2022 13

For the last few months, we have had the privilege to photograph and view the female cheetah and her youngster, now aged around 13 months old. We have watched him …

General Nature Safari Experience Wildlife

A Typical Ranger’s Day After Game Drive

Dan Hirschowitz August 4, 2022 17

It’s pretty hard to describe life at Londolozi purely as ‘work’. The opportunity we get as rangers to head out into the bush every day to view magnificent wildlife and …

Londolozi Family Rangers Wellness Wildlife

Has the Maxim’s Male Changed His Ways?

Dan Hirschowitz July 5, 2022 1 14

Spotting a leopard isn’t easy, especially when the leopard is hidden by foliage and in the shade of a thicket. Leopards are renowned for their elusive, secretive nature. While some …

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Capturing & Enjoying The Moment

Dan Hirschowitz June 14, 2022 14

When discussing photography with our guests here at Londolozi I try my best to advise people that there’s a fine line between photographically capturing a moment out in the wild …

General Nature Photography Safari Experience Wildlife

The Ntsevu Sub-Adult Males as a Coalition

Dan Hirschowitz May 23, 2022 15

In mid-2018 the Ntsevu Lion pride birthed a relatively large litter of cubs who were sired by the Birmingham Coalition. Fast forward almost four years where we see eleven of …

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Ntsevu Lion Cubs Bond Dean De La Rey Dlr 09:21

The Last Surviving Ntsevu Cubs Return to Londolozi

Dan Hirschowitz April 11, 2022 11

The lion dynamics we are experiencing here at Londolozi at the moment are extremely interesting, to say the least. Since the arrival of the Ndzhenga Coalition in early November 2021, …

General Nature Lions Wildlife

Sighting of Africa’s Most Elusive Predator – The Serval

Dan Hirschowitz April 5, 2022 17

After a beautiful afternoon out in the flourishing bush of Londolozi myself, tracker Freddy Ngobeni and our guests experienced a few minutes with an animal not many people have ever …

General Nature Safari Experience Wildlife

A Celebration of Leopards in Leadwoods

Dan Hirschowitz March 28, 2022 5 20

This blog is a celebration! Firstly of two incredible sightings that tracker Freddy and I were able to have over the period of two weeks, where some people spend their …

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The Ultimate Lion and Buffalo Battle

Dan Hirschowitz March 24, 2022 11

Working at Londolozi as a Game Ranger you are often asked what is your favourite or most exciting moment here so far. It is always very tough to answer this …

Lions Wildlife

Safari Icons: The Big Five

Dan Hirschowitz February 22, 2022 21

The term “The Big Five” forms the foundation of thousands upon thousands of safari bookings each year, but the Big Five is a concept that many first time visitors to …

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Leopard Territories Update: Part 2- Females

Dan Hirschowitz January 31, 2022 14 26

Although male and female leopards are not directly competing for territory, they both play an integral part in each other’s success. Males seek to secure a territory with access to …

Featured Leopards

Summers Wild Flowers

Dan Hirschowitz January 19, 2022 13

Summer has arrived and over the past few weeks, we have almost totalled 330mm of rain for the season so far. With the beauty of the awaited rains, here at …

General Nature Londolozi Family Wilderness teachings

Flat Rock Male in Sand River, June 2021, CT

Leopard Territories Update: Part 1- Males

Dan Hirschowitz November 22, 2021 7 16

One of the most interesting facts of spending time coexisting with wildlife is that change is inevitable and each day, week, month and year we get to experience unique moments, …

Featured Leopards Wildlife

Reminiscing On The Past Six Weeks

Dan Hirschowitz October 21, 2021 3 16

Here at Londolozi, the guides and trackers spend six weeks at a time working at the lodge. After our six-week ‘cycle’ we get the opportunity to head home or to …

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