The Feather Effect

Jess Shillaw January 30, 2025 11

Ever since I was a little girl, I have been fascinated by birds. I have always wondered how they view the world from above, how they create woven nests with …

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Missing Migrant – The Carmine Bee-eater

Keagan Chasenski January 15, 2025 9

We often talk about the benefits of each season here at Londolozi, and while the heat of summer can be more difficult to handle, the benefits that come alongside it …

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24 Highlights of 2024

Kate Tennick January 14, 2025 5 13

Another year around the sun at Londolozi. What a privilege. To reflect on the year, I thought I would challenge myself to pick two images from every month that really …

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Old World Vs New World Vultures: Whats The Difference?

Ross Cheshire January 13, 2025 10

Vultures are often misunderstood creatures, yet they play a vital role in maintaining the health of ecosystems, particularly in Southern Africa. These so-called “nature’s clean-up crew” prevent disease, recycle nutrients, …

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The Week in Pictures #683

Kirst Joscelyne January 10, 2025 4 12

The lush green landscapes of summer provide the perfect backdrop for nature’s vibrant activity. The rains have transformed the reserve and continue to nourish it, making it bursting with life. …

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The Lilac-breasted Roller’s Nest

Jess Shillaw January 8, 2025 11

Have you ever seen a Lilac-breasted roller roll? A Lilac-breasted Roller’s name comes from two things: its shimmering lilac breast and its mesmerizing courtship display. This display, a dance of …

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Spending Time With The Three Rivers Female and Her Cub

Ross Cheshire January 6, 2025 1 7

During a recent guest visit, I had the privilege of spending time with the Three Rivers Female and her cub. Watching them interact, I realized it was the perfect moment …

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The Week In Pictures #679

Kate Tennick December 13, 2024 4 17

Summer in full swing. Looking back through the archives and reflecting on how the reserve compares to this time last year, we have definitely had a lot less rain in …

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The Knobbly Fig: The Tree of Life

Jess Shillaw December 4, 2024 12

There’s something undeniably magical about the Knobbly fig tree. Its long, aerial roots cascade to the earth like nature’s own sculpture, its slanted trunk twists as if whispering ancient secrets, …

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The Week in Pictures #676

Chris Taylor November 22, 2024 3 11

Having received a decent amount of rain last week, my hopes were high that we’d start to see an end to the dry season. However, a week-long spell of sweltering, …

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The Hamerkop – an Aerial Wizard

Robert Ball November 13, 2024 10

On warm afternoons, Trevor and I often depart from camp with a plan to head straight towards a series of nearby waterholes on our game drives. At this time of …

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The Challenges Facing The Nhlanguleni Female

Ross Cheshire October 31, 2024 3 11

Leopards are among the most adaptable creatures in the wild, using their stealth, strength, and solitary nature to survive. But even the most resilient predators face challenges, and the Nhlanguleni …

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Mating Leopards: The Piccadilly Female and Maxims Male

Ross Cheshire October 23, 2024 3 6

The other day, we had the treat of seeing a leopard that we don’t often see: the Piccadilly Female. I’ve been wracking my brains and don’t think I’ve actually ever …

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My 10 Favourite Bird Calls At Londolozi

Robert Ball October 1, 2024 18

At first glance, many people assume that a safari experience is all about seeing animals. To be fair, with social media being the main way people are exposed to safaris …

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The Week In Pictures #667

Jess Shillaw September 20, 2024 4 19

“Those who don’t believe in magic will never find it.” Roald Dahl This quote has been sticking with me a lot lately, I even speak about the magical wonders of …

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