The Week in Pictures #693

Jess Shillaw March 21, 2025 1 19

The start of Autumn. The autumn days are in full swing all around us here at Londolozi. The rainy clouds still persist, the autumn sunrises are shades of pink, purple, …

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The Oxpecker – A friend or foe?

Nick Tennick March 20, 2025 10

There are few birds as iconic in the African bushveld as the Oxpecker. On a game drive at Londolozi, spotting these small yet tenacious birds darting across the backs of …

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Shenanigans At Shingi Dam- Elephants Swimming and Hippos Fighting

Kate Tennick March 19, 2025 10

Some drives or moments immediately become highly ranked as a top memory in our tenure as a guide. An experience which you just know is going to be something you …

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Hibernation & Aestivation – How Animals Survive the Extremes

Keagan Chasenski March 17, 2025 8

The African wilderness is a place of constant change. Seasons shift, temperatures fluctuate, and the wildlife must adapt to survive. At Londolozi, we experience sweltering summers and crisp, dry winters, …

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The Sand River- Prime Leopard Real Estate

Ross Cheshire March 13, 2025 3 11

Water is the lifeblood of Londolozi and we are very fortunate to have that in abundance at this time of year. A couple weeks ago we had a beautiful downpour …

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Unveiling the Newest Generation of the Kambula Pride

Matt Rochford March 12, 2025 20

As dawn approached, the first light painted the sky in delicate shades of pink and gold. There was excitement in the air, specifically for one reason: about five weeks ago, …

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The Rhythm of Reproduction: How Nature Fine-tunes Mating Cycles

Keagan Chasenski March 11, 2025 14

Nature most definitely is the ultimate tinkerer. She seems never to be satisfied with what is and instead constantly upgrades the performance of everything on Earth simultaneously. The point I …

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The Unsung Heroes of the African Bush: Vultures

Barry Bath March 10, 2025 7

Vultures are often misunderstood creatures, yet their role in maintaining the balance of the ecosystem is invaluable. At Londolozi, these scavengers perform an essential function, ensuring that nothing goes to …

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The Week in Pictures #691

Dean Jenkins March 7, 2025 1 20

Having recently been introduced to the Londolozi blogs, I’m thrilled to share my very first TWIP with you all! The past few weeks at Londolozi have presented a transition period …

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Myths and Folklore of Bird Feathers: Mystical Plumes Across Cultures

Jess Shillaw March 5, 2025 5

Bird feathers have historically held a profound place in myths, folklore, and cultural traditions. Revered for their connection to the heavens and their association with the spiritual realm, feathers have been …

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A Magical Game Drive in the Heart of Londolozi

Matt Rochford February 26, 2025 16

Over the past couple of weeks, the Ximungwe Female has proven to be a very difficult leopard to find. So, with a recent report of her and her 3-month-old cub …

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Why Are All the Elephant Bulls in Musth?

Reece Biehler February 24, 2025 11

At the start of the rainy season, Londolozi felt strangely empty of elephants. As the first storms rolled in over the Kruger National Park – often receiving rain before us …

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The Week In Pictures #688

Kate Tennick February 14, 2025 2 15

To me this Week In Pictures represents just a snippet of the diversity of wildlife, big and small, that all live in a harmonious equilibrium at Londolozi. We’ve recently had …

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The Week In Pictures #687

Keagan Chasenski February 7, 2025 20

The Week in Pictures is a celebration of the ever-changing beauty of Londolozi – capturing just a fragment of the rich tapestry that unfolds over a year. Time moves swiftly …

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Out On A Whim To Find The Mashaba Female

Ross Cheshire February 6, 2025 3 13

Recently over New Year’s I drove guests who have a long-standing history of visiting Londolozi and in turn, have a rather long-standing love and appreciation for some of the specific …

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