Springbok – Not just a Rugby Champion
Unless you’re a South African person, when you hear the name ‘Springbok’, people immediately think of the rugby team. Although they are the world champions, they are not the only springbok found in South Africa. The original, is actually an antelope species and is also the national animal of South Africa. This is where the […]
Mammalian Senses
In previous blogs we have had a look at the incredible senses of birds. They have incredible eyesight, super senses of hearing and specialised ways of enhancing these even more so. Mammals have done the same and come up with their own ways and means of using their senses. In this blog we are going […]
Elephants and the Marula Tree: Africa’s Perfect Pair
Explore the fascinating bond between elephants and marula trees, from fruit and seed dispersal to myths and Amarula liqueur.
Klaserie Magic
My husband and I began going on Safari way back in 2009. We went for 4 nights in the Sabi Sand. Our guide was Ryan Johnston and he gave us an amazing time. We returned to be guided by Ryan for the next four years. We have then spread our wings and experienced safaris in other […]
Musth Bulls
Originally the musth cycle was thought to only affect Asian elephants and so the word “musth” itself, is derived from an Urdu word. It was used to explain the almost rutting behaviour of a working bull. This time was when these usually hard working animals became completely unmanageable, incredibly aggressive. This is when they would […]
Monkeying Around
Southern and Eastern Africa are home to a rich diversity of primate species, including both baboons and various types of monkeys. Both of these primates play crucial roles in their ecosystems, from seed dispersal to acting as prey for larger predators, from cats to large birds of prey. Understanding the differences between baboons and monkeys […]
Raising their young
Africa is in itself a very harsh place to live, and raising young animals can be incredibly difficult and dangerous. Drastic weather conditions, predators, and competition are some of the things that contribute to these difficulties. From social upbringing to solitary parents, they have come up with ways that best suit their lifestyles and habitats. […]
Nests
Nest building by birds is one of the most interesting features of the animal kingdom. Here are some of the of the many different nest types that can almost be compared to people and their choices of homes. We range from huge to tiny nests, woven nests, and nests that look like they will fall […]
All about the Business
For a long time, it was thought that mongoose were the closest relatives of the hyena, but this is most certainly not the case. They belong to the family Viverridae, which includes genets, civets, and mongoose themselves. In this blog, we are going to have a closer look at the dwarf mongoose (Helogale parvula). “A […]
A Beautiful Celebration
As guides, being in an area or knowing an area for many years has massive positives. Not only does it mean you know where to find certain species and individuals, but it also means you get to know the animals themselves. If you are in an area long enough, you may get to watch an […]
