Mating Leopards kill large Warthog

Adam Bannister June 9, 2012 9

The winter action just gets better and better… Recently the Maxabeni Female has been lured out of her territory, following the Marthly Male in a mating frenzy. This much loved …

Leopards Wildlife

Sparta Lion Cubs Just want to Play!

Adam Bannister June 7, 2012 20

Every once in a while I find myself in a sighting where words simply cannot do justice to the whole story! Just sitting quietly, wide-eyed, gobsmacked and in awe of …

Photography Wildlife

It Aint called a Leopard Crawl for Nothing…

Adam Bannister June 6, 2012 17

The tracking of the leopard in itself was marvelous to be part of, but the execution of the kill, on his behalf, was sublime to watch. As guides we spend …

Leopards Wildlife

Cheetah running at full speed

Adam Bannister May 31, 2012 3

It’s not often that we get to witness a cheetah in full sprint! To watch this majestic animal at full speed in the short winter grass is one of the …

Wildlife

Why are female hyenas bigger than males?

Adam Bannister May 15, 2012 9

In the 1960’s the chimpanzee expert, Jane Goodall, arrived in the Ngorongoro Crater expecting to dislike Spotted Hyenas. However, it did not take long for them to win her over. …

Wildlife

The fate of the two ‘motherless’ Sparta cubs

Adam Bannister May 10, 2012 19

The body of a single Sparta lioness was found a few days ago. It can now be confirmed that she is indeed the mother of the two 7-8 month old …

Wildlife

Saddle-billed Stork and the ‘Big 6 Birds’

Adam Bannister May 8, 2012 5

The Big 5 represent the 5 game species that were most desired as hunter’s trophies in times gone past. They now represent the 5 species that visitors to classic African …

Wildlife

The Beat of the Buffalo

Adam Bannister May 2, 2012 4

Buffalo thrive at Londolozi. It is always exciting to sit amidst a large herd of buffalo, staring in awe at the sheer abundance, size and behaviour. There is never a …

Wildlife

New Sparta Pride lion cubs

Adam Bannister April 29, 2012 30

It is with great joy, that we at Londolozi, are able to show you pictures and a brief video of the newest lion arrivals to the area. The Sparta lions …

Wildlife

Wild Dog Feeding Frenzy

Adam Bannister April 26, 2012 7

The pack of eight Wild Dogs ran with purpose, coursing along the Guarri thicket line, searching intently for a morning meal. It was easy to see that they were attempting …

Wildlife

Breakaway Tsalala Pride: ID Kit

Adam Bannister April 24, 2012 12

Identifying lions can be extremely difficult to do. The reason being that they all look very similar and they appear to be in constant change, in terms of identifying features.Cuts, …

Wildlife

Misty Mornings: a photographers dream

Adam Bannister April 19, 2012 25

We are currently in the midst of one of my favourite times of the year. The reason: the unbelievable mornings. The bushveld is always pretty, but it is now that …

Photography Wildlife

Could these be some of the last photos of Mapogo?

Adam Bannister April 12, 2012 47

Lion Warfare is so apparent at the moment that the still nights are punctuated by the continual sounds of lion roaring. A wondrous sound, guttural, deep and heart-felt. Deep into …

Wildlife

Original Tsalala Tailless Female Alive

Adam Bannister April 5, 2012 11

An outstanding morning of lion viewing at Londolozi Game Reserve… The much loved Tailless Female was found together with the core of the Tsalala Pride. This pride has been operating …

Wildlife

Back in the Ranger seat

Adam Bannister April 2, 2012 21

After a two and a half week break from the bush it is wonderful to be back at Londolozi. Walking straight back into a loving ‘extended family’ is heart-warming and …

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