Elephants And Carcasses – A Complex Affair
Several months ago a large elephant bull was badly injured in what was most likely a fight with another bull. Although not territorial, bull elephants may fight to establish dominance. …
Several months ago a large elephant bull was badly injured in what was most likely a fight with another bull. Although not territorial, bull elephants may fight to establish dominance. …
Things don’t always go according to plan – especially for lions. This became evident a few days ago on afternoon safari. Elmon Mhlongo and I had come across the Tsalala Pride …
As February approaches, Marula trees are starting to produce fruit. During this period, we often notice a large influx of elephants into Londolozi (from the neighbouring Kruger National Park) in …
If you have ever had the privilege of watching elephants in the wild, you would undoubtedly agree that it is a rewarding experience. Their lives revolve around family. Watch a …
Much has been documented recently about the latest rains bringing an end to the drought conditions experienced at Londolozi over the past few seasons. We have seen considerable changes to water levels …
“We have a constant thirst for joy that can only be quenched with play. Water is the ultimate toy”- Heinrich van den Berg Elephants have to be one of my …
I have previously written about my great affection for elephants and how I could watch them for hours. This was strongly felt when, once again, I found myself watching elephants …
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 …
The large herd of elephants stood mere metres from us scattered in every direction while I sat on the tracker seat of our game vehicle – not quite sure if …
“Much of our resilience comes from community- from the relationships that allow us to lean on each other for support when we need it most”- Anonymous As guides we are …
The more I have photographed elephants the more difficult I have found it. To keep photographs of this incredible animal different and interesting is a challenge. They are the largest …
Lions are always touted as the king of beasts. Not so. Despite the occasional rare event in which lions have been seen taking down elephants (usually isolated incidents involving extenuating …
Elephant twins do exist. Although very rare in nature, they have been recorded a number of times. There are a few records of twins being born to Asian elephants in …
Of late I have written a lot about the outrageously exciting lion dynamics that are currently playing out at Londolozi. I may indeed be a ‘lion man’, but I certainly …
There is definitely a fun side to the bushveld. Sometimes you just need to watch animals and their outrageous behaviour to bring a smile to your face…they lighten up your …