Wild Dogs and Wild Beasts

Adam Bannister November 1, 2011 10

The khoikhoi called them “Gnou” after their unusual sound; the Afrikaners called them Wildebeest, or “Wild Beast,” for the menacing appearance presented by its large head, shaggy mane, pointed beard, …

Wildlife

Tailless Female is Mating…

Adam Bannister October 29, 2011 8

Big news from Londolozi in terms of the lion dynamics is that in the last week the much loved Tailless Female of the Tsalala Pride has been seen a number …

Wildlife

Why the Giraffe has a Short Neck

Adam Bannister October 24, 2011 6

The idea that the Giraffe got it’s long neck due to food shortages in the lower reaches of trees seems like a no brainer. The Giraffe is taller than all …

Wildlife

Tsalala Pride Steal Leopard kill

Adam Bannister October 20, 2011 4

The Tsalala Pride never ceases to amaze! Following them move through the Sand River the other day the adult lioness with the older 4 cubs suddenly accelerated and ran forward. …

Wildlife

Camp Pan’s Still Got It!

Adam Bannister October 17, 2011 1 4

It appears as if the Camp Pan Male Leopard has bounced back to his old majestic self. Over the last couple of months he had seemingly been deteriorating after his …

Leopards Wildlife

Tsalala 8 Reunited

Adam Bannister October 10, 2011 12

It played out like a scene from a Walt Disney movie…the Lion King has nothing on the current drama that is unfolding for the beloved Tsalala Pride. Tragic events in …

Wildlife

World Rhino Day

Rich Laburn September 22, 2011 5

Today is about celebrating the magnificent Rhinoceros! These incredible creatures who grace us with their presence throughout much of Africa have become synonymous with the battle that they are currently …

2020 Vision Wildlife

Majingilane : Face to Face

Adam Bannister September 21, 2011 14

Things are heating up here in the bush, both temperature wise and in terms of lion dynamics. We recently received news that the four Southern Pride Males killed the last …

Wildlife

Elephants chase Mating Lions

Adam Bannister September 12, 2011 9

There is definitely a fun side to the bushveld. Sometimes you just need to watch animals and their outrageous behaviour to bring a smile to your face…they lighten up your …

Wildlife

The Leopards of Londolozi # 6

David Dampier September 7, 2011 7

In light of some of the comments from last week regarding photo settings and techniques, I have taken a slightly different approach to normal. This week have chosen photos, some …

Leopards Wildlife

Hunting Antelope with the Vomba Female

Adam Bannister September 6, 2011 1 9

A herd of about 30 impala were drinking at Taylor’s Dam; it had been a hot day and they needed to quench their thirst. They had braved the crocodiles and …

Leopards Wildlife

Lion Warfare: Tailless Female and the Tsalala Five

Adam Bannister September 1, 2011 5

Rangers, trackers and guests have always had a soft spot for the Tailless Female. Her story is one of bravery and courage. The fact that she has no tail makes …

Wildlife

Talley on game drive identifying a bird - Rich Laburn

Meet the Blog Team: Talley

Adam Bannister August 30, 2011 9

Talley Smith may be relatively new to Londolozi but she certainly is no novice to the guiding world! Talley has been guiding in the Sabi Sands for 4 years and …

Londolozi Family Photography

Is the Nottens Female too old to mate?

Adam Bannister August 29, 2011 2 10

Rangers and trackers search game paths hoping to see the tell-tale track of Nottens; finding her is like hitting the jackpot.The question is…at her old age will we see her …

Leopards Wildlife

Photographing the Epic Majingilane Coalition

Adam Bannister August 27, 2011 14

It’s not often that we as photographic guides are given the privilege of being able to set up in advance for the ‘perfect’ photograph. We are usually trying to predict …

Photography Wildlife

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