The Week in Pictures #626
This is now the time of year that the regrowth of the bush escalates. We have had some rain and now with the warm humid weather the grass shoots up …
This is now the time of year that the regrowth of the bush escalates. We have had some rain and now with the warm humid weather the grass shoots up …
A trigger is a stimulus that evokes a negative emotion often associated with past events or traumas. These days the term “trigger” is used more loosely as something that sparks …
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 …
Many guests arrive at Londolozi eager to see the Big 5 (lions, leopards, buffalos, elephants, and rhinos). However, there is such a variety of animals in the Sabi Sands that …
The Plaque Rock Females cubs! This revelation sent ripples of excitement through the ranks of rangers and trackers, all of us determined to uncover the mystery of the location of …
In my previous blog, I wrote about the healing power of a few plants that I have learned about during my time at Londolozi. This is only a tiny percentage …
“Time flies whilst you’re having fun” We’ve all heard this saying before and to an extent I believe it to be true. Whether it’s the fun we have as rangers …
This past week has been a tapestry of sightings of Leopards, Lions and Elephants. The birding has also been fantastic with the arrival of the last remaining migratory species. There …
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, …
And so another week passes us by, one of only roughly four thousand that we get to experience in this life! This Week in Pictures is a reminder of the …
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 …
Photography has always been deeply ingrained in our culture, serving as a powerful form of storytelling and a means to connect with the surrounding nature and the wildlife that inhabits …
As the sun began to rise, casting a warm, golden glow over the bush, Joy and I, accompanied by our eager guests, embarked on our morning game drive. Our mission …
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 …
And just like that it is now November: It’s as if someone waved a magic wand and everything turned green. But seriously, within a week the reserve has taken another …