Leap and Bound: The Physics of Animal Movement
The athletes of the Lowveld here at Londolozi are built differently from you and me, possessing a physiology that is as fascinating as it is efficient. An interesting article I …
The athletes of the Lowveld here at Londolozi are built differently from you and me, possessing a physiology that is as fascinating as it is efficient. An interesting article I …
This week in pictures highlights the magnificent diversity that Londolozi offers daily. From butterflies to birds, and the spectacular lions and leopards that creep around the wooded savannah. Summertime is …
A few days ago, I was sitting outside my room in the Londolozi village and heard an almighty trumpet of an elephant coming from close to the river. This is …
Another incredible week in the Londolozi wilderness has come and gone, leaving guests, rangers and trackers alike with special memories that will last a lifetime. This week features mostly the …
The fascination and profound appreciation for the development of an individual animal in nature goes beyond mere interest; it engulfs the observer in a journey of discovery. Upon my arrival …
South Africa, a land of diverse landscapes and rich culture, is blessed with a phenomenon that shapes its interior regions – the winds. From the powerful gusts that sweep across …
This week in pictures epitomises summer for me. The bush has never been thicker – and a wash of abundant green fills every nook and cranny, adding a gorgeous bokeh …
Often, as rangers, we find ourselves swept up in the thrill of tracking high-profile predators, but there’s a certain magic in observing the quieter moments, like a journey of giraffe …
Have you ever wondered how African wild dogs coordinate their activities, especially before embarking on a hunt? Wild dogs employ a myriad of vocalizations and non-vocal signals to communicate within …
Most of the images from this week’s TWIP capture the bold colours of summer, particularly after recent heavy rains. Several sightings were framed in deep contrasts of light: gloomy skylines …
There is something uniquely captivating about witnessing the immediate response of our trackers when they detect a drag mark across the road. For those unfamiliar with the term, a drag …
High-key photography, what is this? A basic explanation of a high-key image is an image in which the lighting ratio is reduced, or more simply put, an image in which …
Small and secretive, the Black-backed and Side-striped Jackals often slip under the radar within the expansive wilderness of Londolozi. Light on their feet and quick to disappear, some days you …
I recently stumbled upon an article written by Heather Browning and Arthur Viet, titled “Positive Wild Animal Welfare“, found in the journal Biology & Philosophy. I love multi-dimensional approaches to …
In retrospectively looking back on the festive season along with the current heat of summer, bringing the wilderness alive is a kaleidoscope of tiny creatures. While this plethora of bug …