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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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 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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A Magical African Bushveld Christmas at Londolozi

Megan Kane-Berman December 25, 2024 7

While much of the world may associate Christmas with snowy landscapes, roaring fires, and colourful decorations, Christmas at Londolozi is a celebration deeply rooted in the African bush. Here, the …

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Why Synchronised Breeding is Vital for the Greater Ecosystem

Megan Wade December 19, 2024 5

Synchronised breeding, observed in species like impalas and wildebeests, is a remarkable strategy that supports not just the survival of these species but the health of the entire ecosystem. As …

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Bloodlines Tested: A lesson in Dominance and Defiance

Keagan Chasenski December 18, 2024 9

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 …

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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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Deep in the River, Where There Were Lions

Kyle Gordon December 3, 2024 9

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 …

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What Does A Mother Mean To You?

Jess Shillaw November 21, 2024 3 11

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, …

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Tragedy for the Nkoveni Trio

Matt Rochford November 19, 2024 1 20

After hearing a report of the Nkoveni Female and her two cubs crossing into Londolozi from our neighbouring reserve Mala Mala, we wasted no time and made our way into …

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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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Heartbreaking News on the Tsalala Female

Keagan Chasenski November 11, 2024 26

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 …

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A New Coalition on Londolozi: The Kruger and Southern Avoca Males

Nick Tennick November 4, 2024 14

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 …

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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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