The Mashaba Female Leopard Loses Another Litter

James Tyrrell September 16, 2018 3 11

Having already raised two offspring to independence (Nkoveni and Ximungwe females), the Mashaba female cannot be said to be an unsuccessful mother. Two or more cubs raised over a lifetime …

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The Lifeblood of Londolozi

Pete Thorpe September 15, 2018 1 6

It’s hot out here at the moment. As we enter into spring, temperatures are averaging in the mid 30s Celcius (mid 90s Fahrenheit). These conditions are being warmly welcomed by …

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The Week in Pictures #352

James Tyrrell September 14, 2018 8

First things first: the mystery bird in our first challenge was a Wood Sandpiper. Congratulations to who everyone who answered correctly. The pictures below give a comparison between the Wood …

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The Luckiest Francolin in the World

James Tyrrell September 8, 2018 10

Leopards will eat pretty much anything they can get hold of. They will hunt and catch a wide range of species, and are also not averse to eating carrion, as …

Leopards Photography

The Week in Pictures #351

Alex Jordan September 7, 2018 31

Spring has sprung! Knobthorn trees are in full bloom and their sweet smell drifts through the air in pockets. Giraffes and vervet monkeys have been maximizing their intake of the …

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Is Londolozi a Hippopotamus Haven?

Paul Danckwerts September 5, 2018 10

If you have ever experienced the tranquility of drifting along with the current on one of Africa’s majestic waterways from the Limpopo north, soaking up the birdlife and the lushness …

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How Do Big Cats Carry Their Cubs?

James Tyrrell September 4, 2018 1 11

We’re deep in bucket list territory here, as to see a lioness or a female leopard carrying her cub(s) is something very few people will ever be fortunate to experience …

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What Happens in an Hour at the Causeway?

Bruce Arnott September 2, 2018 21

A few days ago I spent an hour at the Causeway. For those of you unaware of what the Causeway is, it is a concrete structure built across the Sand …

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Lion Update: Lots of Question Marks

James Tyrrell August 29, 2018 20

Do you ever get that feeling like something’s been sitting in equilibrium for too long, and change is imminent? Not necessarily drastic change, but something has to give soon, or …

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Safari is About the Unexpected

Alex Jordan August 28, 2018 1 18

We had a plan: to drive the Manyelethi River in the north, to enjoy the breath-taking views, riverine vegetation and biodiversity, with the ultimate hope of finding a leopard. Silence …

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A Final Goodbye to the Tamboti Female

James Tyrrell August 27, 2018 1 22

It’s time to say goodbye. With no sign of the Tamboti female for well over a month now, and the last official sighting being of her in very poor condition …

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5 Tips For Summer Photography

Londolozi Studio August 26, 2018 5

“Hello Summer!” Summer is almost here. After months of short days and perhaps a mood that matches staying indoors (if your winters are wet and cold), shed those winter blues and head …

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Lioness Almost Kills TWO Male Leopards

James Tyrrell August 25, 2018 2 31

With the Anderson male now going through the final stages of the recovery process of his left eye, one would hope he would stay out of trouble for awhile. Instead, …

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The Week in Pictures #349

James Tyrrell August 24, 2018 23

The slight rain we had a few days ago didn’t really change anything in the bush, apart from making for a slightly damp morning’s game drive. What it did do was …

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The First Hint of Summer

James Tyrrell August 19, 2018 1 13

The first Wahlberg’s Eagle sighting at the end winter tells us that the season is drawing to a close. Although usually the first migrants to get here, this year they …

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