The Ubiquitous Impala And Their Complexities

Keagan Chasenski July 4, 2024 6

By far the most abundant antelope (and for many good reasons), impala are often dismissed as too common to care about by guides and visitors alike. But what if I …

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Will The Xinkhova Female Take Over The Plaque Rock Females Territory?

Ross Cheshire June 24, 2024 3 10

Fellow ranger Kirst Joscelyne recently released a blog shedding light on some terrible news, that unfortunately the Plaque Rock Female was killed by the Ntsevu Pride and Ndzhenga Males. Unfortunately, …

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Unlocking the Magic: Contemplating Animal Senses

Matt Rochford June 5, 2024 15

Last week I stood in the Tree Camp car park on a cold, still morning. I could faintly hear the distant roar of one of the Ndzhenga Male Lions. Naturally, …

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Where has the Nhlanguleni Female gone?

Ross Cheshire May 16, 2024 3 9

As I reflect on the past six weeks of being at work’s wildlife sightings, it’s impossible not to feel a sense of fondness for the memories created and the remarkable …

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Smell: The Surprising Truth About Our Senses, Part 3

Keagan Chasenski May 6, 2024 8

how do you know but ev’ry bird that cuts the airy way, Is an immense world of delight, clos’d by your sense five? – William Blake In this poetic inquiry, …

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Where Will The Xinkhova Female Establish Territory?

Ross Cheshire May 1, 2024 3 8

Driving out of camp is always exciting, but a few months ago, it was even more so as we frequently encountered the recently independent Xinkhova Female Leopard. Often found around …

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The Week In Pictures #646

Robert Ball April 26, 2024 2 14

Autumn in the Lowveld, it doesn’t get much better! April is my favourite time of year on the reserve; the temperatures have started to cool down, the sunrises and sunsets …

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The Week In Pictures #635

Keagan Chasenski February 9, 2024 4 17

This week in pictures epitomises summer for me. The bush has never been thicker – and a wash of abundant green fills every nook and cranny, adding a gorgeous bokeh …

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Cryptic Chameleon: Camouflaging and More

Keagan Chasenski January 10, 2024 8

A favourite game (read trick) of myself and tracker Ray Mabilane to play with guests is chameleon spotting. I, for one, have never won, nor can I remember a guest …

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The Appeal of Leopards in Leadwoods

Ross Cheshire January 3, 2024 2 10

Today’s blog is going to take you through an afternoon permanently etched in my memory, culminating in a sighting many dream of—a spectacular first for me. Learning to adapt swiftly …

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What Do Leopards Eat?

Keagan Chasenski December 5, 2023 5 11

Often touted as the most adaptable (and adept for that matter) predator, leopards are found from the mountains surrounding Cape Town, to Kalahari deserts, the thick mountainous forests of central …

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Ecological Engineering: The Influencial Hippopotamus

Ross Cheshire November 23, 2023 8

In the heart of Africa’s diverse ecosystems, the mighty hippopotamus emerges as an unexpected yet influential force shaping the environment. While often recognised for their imposing size and semi-aquatic lifestyle, …

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The Fascinating World of Kingfishers

Robyn Morrison November 14, 2023 8

The Kingfisher: quite possibly the most appropriately named bird in the animal kingdom. Kingfishers are a family of diverse birds found in every continent except Antarctica, and they’ve evolved to …

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What’s Been Happening With The Nkoveni Twins?

Ross Cheshire November 6, 2023 5 12

During my time at Londolozi, I have been very fortunate to witness the Nkoveni Female excel in her role as a mother. Motherhood as a leopard is incredibly challenging. Statistically …

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Eyesight: The Surprising Truth About Our Senses, Part 2

Keagan Chasenski October 30, 2023 7

There’s a lot of beauty in the ordinary things. Isn’t that the point? After reading an incredible book by Jackie Higgins: Sentient, I have found myself delving deeper into what that …

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