Bloodlines Tested: A lesson in Dominance and Defiance
The deep-throated roar of a male lion at dawn—a sound that reverberates through the very soul of Africa—is enough to electrify any ranger. Venturing deep into the reserve’s southern reaches …
The deep-throated roar of a male lion at dawn—a sound that reverberates through the very soul of Africa—is enough to electrify any ranger. Venturing deep into the reserve’s southern reaches …
Watching lions at night feels markedly different. As the darkness closes in and our own vision is limited to the narrow beam of a spotlight, it’s easy to feel a …
And just like that we are in December of 2024! I cannot believe we are approaching the end of the year and yet another week has flown by with some …
There’s something special about the thrill of tracking animals in the African bush. On this particular day, we set out on a drive with the goal of following tracks of …
As the first rains of the season have graced Londolozi, the landscape is undergoing an extraordinary metamorphosis. Emerging from what has been the closest encounter with drought conditions for quite …
To me, A mother means strength, unshaken, and true, Like the roots of a tree, a deep knowing. She cradles the world with hands soft yet bold, A warrior’s heart, …
The story of the Tsalala Female has always been one of quiet resilience—a lone lioness navigating the challenges of a life without the support of a larger pride, carving out …
At the beginning of October, two new male lions appeared on the reserve. The sun was rising when we first heard them—two unmistakable roars echoing across the Sand River toward …
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 …
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 …
Sixteen months ago, I began a journey at Londolozi that has shaped me in ways I could not have anticipated. For the first six months, I worked as a camp …
With nature’s calendar dictating the start of spring last week, and the first drizzle of rain already – we are officially in a new season. The changes are subtle, but …
As the Ntsevu Males continue to carve out their place in the north, a question has surfaced: where is the sister who once roamed alongside them? For many months, the …
“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 …
Male leopard dynamics seem to be ever-changing, a constant ebb and flow of territory taken and given. With movements of females, young offspring reaching maturity as well as pressure from …