The Secretary Bird vs. The Nightjar, with an Unexpected Twist
The secretary bird is a large bird of prey that is native to sub-Saharan Africa. It’s known for its unique appearance, characterised by its long legs, a distinctive crest of …
The secretary bird is a large bird of prey that is native to sub-Saharan Africa. It’s known for its unique appearance, characterised by its long legs, a distinctive crest of …
Birds have a wide range of sensory adaptations that enable them to survive and thrive in the diverse landscape of Londolozi. While their sense of smell may not be as …
Part II of this nocturnal series sees us focus on a family of birds that I truly find fascinating; the owls. They have a presence, unlike any other bird, striking …
When tracker Joy and I were recently tracking a female leopard on foot, we noticed the remains of a Leopard Tortoise’s shell in small pieces on the ground. After much …
With the rains that we have had over the last few weeks, lush green vegetation has burst, and the herbivores of the reserve are looking a lot healthier with all …
Dawn and dusk provide the most spectacular colours in the bush. There are so many different wild and natural features out here which have the potential to provide perfect opportunities …
The Greater Kruger National Park, of which Londolozi forms a part, is a massive area of exquisite beauty. Various species of animals roam the savannah grasslands and thick riverine bush, …
There is something so majestic and regal about birds of prey: powerful talons, sturdy, hooked bills, their variety of coloration but most of all their ease and freedom of flight. …
A few weeks ago while out one morning near our hyena densite, we spied a bird in a nearby Jackalberry tree. It was clearly a raptor, but a juvenile, and …
Before I was a game ranger, my impressions of Londolozi were that of a destination renowned for high-profile game viewing. It was only after beginning my guiding career here, that …