This is a Cape Buffalo portrait I shot yesterday evening. This bull had mudded his horns to look more impressive and intimidating. I am not sure it worked 😊
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After a day in the office I decided to spend an hour before sunset at Mgankla dam. It was very quiet at the waterhole so I decided to listen to an audio book. After about 30 minutes all by myself I heard a slight rumble. It was the start of a large herd of Cape Buffalo arriving for evening drinks.
This is my favorite picture from this evening taken with my iPhone.
Have a good evening.
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At this time of the year my favorite trees come into bloom. Weeping Boer-beans (Schotia brachypetala) are called Hhuilboerboon in Afrikaans and uVovovo in isiZulu.
They produce copious amounts of nectar which occasional drips from the tree (Weeping) and the early settlers in South Africa (Boers) roasted the seed beans as coffee replacement, which gives them their name.
In traditionally Zulu medicine the bark of the tree is used to make tee, which apparently is an excellent cure for hangover headaches.
Very distinct with their bright red flowers they attract many bird species which makes them one of birders’ and photographers’ favorite trees.
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It is a highlight of any Safari to watch Lion cubs 😊
Have a good week!
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Friends of mine from Richards Bay stayed at the Thanda Safari Lodge for the last three days. For their first safari after the National COVID-19 emergency lockdown Bheki and I guided them using my Green Mamba. We had an incredible time.
This is a slide show of some of my favorite pictures from these four exciting game drives. We especially enjoyed all the activity of the Cheetah cubs, the small Lions, and the Elephant calves.
Thanda Safari currently offers excellent rates for South African residents. If you are interested contact reservations@thanda.co.za for more information.
[Music by root.hearnow.com]
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During this morning’s game drive this small Common Duiker had a good look at us through the bushes. Most of the time one only sees the back side of these fast, shy, little creatures.
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This White Rhino bull had a good look at my tracker Bheki wearing his face mask 😷
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What bird is this? – I will post the result this evening!
It was a great pleasure to see your two dominate male Lions again this morning.
The last few weeks they roamed the rolling hills of western part of the reserve and have not been spotted for quite a while.
I love eye shots of cats walking towards the camera!
Have a good evening 😊
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