The Evolutionary ‘Why’ Of The Cuckoo

Ross Cheshire December 9, 2025 6

The idea for this post actually came from a guest I had the other day. I was genuinely stumped by a question they asked: “What is the evolutionary advantage of …

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The Tsalala Female Lion Makes A Profound Return To Londolozi

Sean Zeederberg November 25, 2025 44

For those who have been meticulously keeping score, the news of the Tsalala Female’s recent activities should bring a significant degree of excitement. After all, the movements of a celebrated …

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Wild Dog Season Is Upon Us!

Ross Cheshire November 11, 2025 4

There’s something about wild dogs that captures the imagination like few other animals can. Their energy, their cooperation, and the sheer unpredictability of their movements make every encounter unforgettable. Over …

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Seven Years Living in the Wild: A Love Letter to Londolozi

Jess Shillaw September 1, 2025 1 44

In the quiet corner of the African bush, a young woman arrived in 2018 with nothing more than a dream and a heart that beats to the rhythm of the …

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The Week In Pictures #715

Nick Tennick August 22, 2025 3 18

The winter months are a fantastic time to view these iconic cats, and I’m excited to share some of my favourite moments from recent game drives around Londolozi Game Reserve. …

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The Language of Tails: Subtle Signals in the Bush

Keagan Chasenski July 28, 2025 1 7

In the bush, silence doesn’t mean nothing is being said. Working as a guide, you inevitably spend a lot of time simply watching. And over time, what starts as observation …

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A Morning To Remember

Ross Cheshire July 17, 2025 9

It’s mornings like this that remind me why we wake before the sun and set off into the bush with no real script—just the hope that the wilderness will reveal …

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The Week in Pictures #703

Jess Shillaw May 30, 2025 4 37

As the days grow shorter and we fall into the winter months, there’s a subtle shift in the rhythm of life. For some, this change might feel like the onset …

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Lions along the Sand River

Ross Cheshire April 28, 2025 10

Following on from my last blog, where I touched on the leopards frequently seen along the Sand River, I thought it would be fitting to shift focus to the lions …

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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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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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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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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 Week in Pictures #683

Kirst Joscelyne January 10, 2025 4 12

The lush green landscapes of summer provide the perfect backdrop for nature’s vibrant activity. The rains have transformed the reserve and continue to nourish it, making it bursting with life. …

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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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