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Eye of the Leopard

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Wildlife Warriors

The Unlikely Leopard

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Soul of the Elephant

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The mass of life that drives the Serengeti and Maasai Mara ecosystems. It's difficult to convey the enormity of the wildebeest migration, but an aerial view can give a good indication. #wildebeest #migration #ancientpaths

Covered in mud and blood from the pride's latest hunt, this young lion has a lot of grooming ahead. #okavangolions #bigcats #thisismytrophy

One giant leap for lions! These cats can swim well but if they can possibly avoid getting wet, they will. #thisismytrophy #bigcats #okavangolions #drypaws

The wildebeest migration through the Serengeti and Maasai Mara is an incredible sight and an essential ecosystem driver. Each year over a million wildebeest follow a circuit of rains and fresh grass. Their instincts are strong enough for them to charge into crocodile-filled rivers and emerge onto the opposite banks where big cats wait. Many thousands do not make it, but they fuel the predators and scavengers and their droppings nourish the grasses that feed many more generations. These determined herbivores are at the centre of this wilderness and play a very large part in the successes of all the other species here. #migration #wildebeestmigration #kenya #maasaimara #thisismytrophy

Splendid capture of Wattled Cranes from Zarafa #Repost @endlesssafari ・・・
Portraits from Botswana #wattlecrane #africawithoryx #zarafa #greatplainsconservation #endlesssafari #explore #travel #inspire #botswana #selinda

Satisfaction! This gorgeous - and engorged - dominant Duba male was lazily grooming himself in the warm Okavango sun after enjoying a lechwe lunch! #thisismytrophy #bigcats #okavangolions #dubaplains

One of the Duba males shakes water from his mane after a channel crossing. These Okavango lions are huge and never fail to impress – particularly when you see them swimming. #dubalion #okavangolion #thisismytrophy

This little scaly anteater is a pangolin. I wish I had good news about this species but believe it or not this is the most trafficked mammal – poached for its meat and scales. They’re shy creatures and a rare sight in the savannah. All pangolin species have been given full CITES protection which means that any trade is prohibited. Unfortunately the illegal trade is thriving. #pangolin #wildlifetrafficking

A kudu bull silhouetted at last light. The many turns of his horns show his age. We see a number of these huge antelope in the Selinda Reserve now. It’s a far cry from when we first took it over and all game was scarce. It’s great to know that wildlife can bounce back given the protection. #kudubull #conservationsuccess #selinda

Looking back to Kenya’s ivory burn last year. Many tonnes of confiscated elephant ivory was destroyed in a statement by the country that they would not profit from illicit goods. Amongst these tusks from thousands of dead elephants were rhino horns and big cat skins. Many people argued that this should all be sold with the proceeds going towards protecting these species from further poaching. Unfortunately, a previous sale of ivory had the unfortunate effect of increasing demand. It is clear that ivory needs to become undesirable as a commodity. When the buying stops, the killing will too. #SayNoToIvory #WhenTheBuyingStopsTheKillingWillToo

Buffalo are a water dependent species. They can’t go too far from a water source. So during the dry season you can find them concentrated around rivers and waterholes. In very dry years (which we are predicted to get more of), the concentration can be massive in areas high in game. #dryseason #buffaloherd

As Mount Kilimanjaro dominates the horizon a group of elephant bulls greet each other as they come together at a waterhole. These bulls may have travelled for days or been in other areas for a long time, but they will recognize each other. They may well have been in contact from many miles away. #bigtusker

Comfortable in a twisted branch. Leopards never fail to astound in their ability to be completely at home in trees. But then again, in lion territory, trees can be a safe haven – a place to retreat and not be seen. And of course, for a strong cat who can carry a carcass up into the boughs, a tree is the perfect place to eat without hurry and without harassment from other predators. #ThisIsMyTrophy #bigcats #CauseAnUproar

It’s not often that you find painted dogs lying around. They’re generally on the move at speed through the bush in search of a meal. Their success rate is far higher than any of the cats, but their packs can be very large so the share for each dog is usually smaller. They’ve been persecuted by people over the years and their populations have dropped sharply to the point where they’re one of the most endangered mammals on the continent. Happily we’re seeing them do remarkably well in the Selinda Reserve. #Painteddog #endangered #conservation

Pure muscle thrown full-force at each other. Oryx are incredibly hardy antelope able to live in the driest areas and, with their long horns, difficult for predators to hunt. In the quest for dominance though, the fights between the males can be serious and lead to severe injuries or even death. Instinct is stronger than anything. #Dominance #Oryx

Focus. A pride’s concentration is locked on possible prey. The two boys in front may be young but their killer instinct is in full force. Often a young lion will ruin a hunt through inexperience and impatience, giving the game away far too soon. It takes time to become a really successful lion. #ThisIsMyTrophy #CauseAnUproar

Dark against the grass and reeds glistening with morning dew, a lioness watches closely as other members of her pride position themselves for a hunt. Individuals have a very specific role in each hunt and they stick to it and perfect their attack. When a lion is killed the rest of the pride can suffer from a reduced hunt success rate because their finely honed actions have an essential part missing. It will take a while for that gap to be filled. #thisismytrophy

There is an undeniable primal warning when a lion looks directly into your eyes - even if you're in a vehicle. A snarling lion is another level altogether. #bigcatsarenotpets #thisismytrophy

In honour of #WorldGiraffeDay. These unique animals are such a symbol of Africa. What would an open savannah dotted with Acacias be without these silent giants? But again, giraffe populations are declining as habitat is lost and poaching rises. In only 30 years we've lost 40% of them. Once more we need to work quickly to protect these wild habitats and reverse the decline that is taking hold of all Africa's wildlife. #thisismytrophy

Lechwe running at speed through Duba's swampy plains. Their splayed hooves and long back legs let them do this especially well. These antelope are also a symbol of the success of protecting wild land. Under the guise of protecting big cats in this vast wilderness, the entire ecosystem has benefitted and all species here have increased their numbers. When we first took over Duba Plains there were perhaps 1000 lechwe. Today we're in the region of 10 000. And that is again also a huge benefit to the predators who do not need to wander into human habitation in search of prey. #thisismytrophy #conservation #landforlions #lechwe #okavango

The mass of life that drives the Serengeti and Maasai Mara ecosystems. It's difficult to convey the enormity of the wildebeest migration, but an aerial view can give a good indication. #wildebeest #migration #ancientpaths

Covered in mud and blood from the pride's latest hunt, this young lion has a lot of grooming ahead. #okavangolions #bigcats #thisismytrophy

One giant leap for lions! These cats can swim well but if they can possibly avoid getting wet, they will. #thisismytrophy #bigcats #okavangolions #drypaws

The wildebeest migration through the Serengeti and Maasai Mara is an incredible sight and an essential ecosystem driver. Each year over a million wildebeest follow a circuit of rains and fresh grass. Their instincts are strong enough for them to charge into crocodile-filled rivers and emerge onto the opposite banks where big cats wait. Many thousands do not make it, but they fuel the predators and scavengers and their droppings nourish the grasses that feed many more generations. These determined herbivores are at the centre of this wilderness and play a very large part in the successes of all the other species here. #migration #wildebeestmigration #kenya #maasaimara #thisismytrophy

Splendid capture of Wattled Cranes from Zarafa #Repost @endlesssafari ・・・
Portraits from Botswana #wattlecrane #africawithoryx #zarafa #greatplainsconservation #endlesssafari #explore #travel #inspire #botswana #selinda

Satisfaction! This gorgeous - and engorged - dominant Duba male was lazily grooming himself in the warm Okavango sun after enjoying a lechwe lunch! #thisismytrophy #bigcats #okavangolions #dubaplains

One of the Duba males shakes water from his mane after a channel crossing. These Okavango lions are huge and never fail to impress – particularly when you see them swimming. #dubalion #okavangolion #thisismytrophy

This little scaly anteater is a pangolin. I wish I had good news about this species but believe it or not this is the most trafficked mammal – poached for its meat and scales. They’re shy creatures and a rare sight in the savannah. All pangolin species have been given full CITES protection which means that any trade is prohibited. Unfortunately the illegal trade is thriving. #pangolin #wildlifetrafficking

A kudu bull silhouetted at last light. The many turns of his horns show his age. We see a number of these huge antelope in the Selinda Reserve now. It’s a far cry from when we first took it over and all game was scarce. It’s great to know that wildlife can bounce back given the protection. #kudubull #conservationsuccess #selinda

Looking back to Kenya’s ivory burn last year. Many tonnes of confiscated elephant ivory was destroyed in a statement by the country that they would not profit from illicit goods. Amongst these tusks from thousands of dead elephants were rhino horns and big cat skins. Many people argued that this should all be sold with the proceeds going towards protecting these species from further poaching. Unfortunately, a previous sale of ivory had the unfortunate effect of increasing demand. It is clear that ivory needs to become undesirable as a commodity. When the buying stops, the killing will too. #SayNoToIvory #WhenTheBuyingStopsTheKillingWillToo

Buffalo are a water dependent species. They can’t go too far from a water source. So during the dry season you can find them concentrated around rivers and waterholes. In very dry years (which we are predicted to get more of), the concentration can be massive in areas high in game. #dryseason #buffaloherd

As Mount Kilimanjaro dominates the horizon a group of elephant bulls greet each other as they come together at a waterhole. These bulls may have travelled for days or been in other areas for a long time, but they will recognize each other. They may well have been in contact from many miles away. #bigtusker

Comfortable in a twisted branch. Leopards never fail to astound in their ability to be completely at home in trees. But then again, in lion territory, trees can be a safe haven – a place to retreat and not be seen. And of course, for a strong cat who can carry a carcass up into the boughs, a tree is the perfect place to eat without hurry and without harassment from other predators. #ThisIsMyTrophy #bigcats #CauseAnUproar

It’s not often that you find painted dogs lying around. They’re generally on the move at speed through the bush in search of a meal. Their success rate is far higher than any of the cats, but their packs can be very large so the share for each dog is usually smaller. They’ve been persecuted by people over the years and their populations have dropped sharply to the point where they’re one of the most endangered mammals on the continent. Happily we’re seeing them do remarkably well in the Selinda Reserve. #Painteddog #endangered #conservation

Pure muscle thrown full-force at each other. Oryx are incredibly hardy antelope able to live in the driest areas and, with their long horns, difficult for predators to hunt. In the quest for dominance though, the fights between the males can be serious and lead to severe injuries or even death. Instinct is stronger than anything. #Dominance #Oryx

Focus. A pride’s concentration is locked on possible prey. The two boys in front may be young but their killer instinct is in full force. Often a young lion will ruin a hunt through inexperience and impatience, giving the game away far too soon. It takes time to become a really successful lion. #ThisIsMyTrophy #CauseAnUproar

Dark against the grass and reeds glistening with morning dew, a lioness watches closely as other members of her pride position themselves for a hunt. Individuals have a very specific role in each hunt and they stick to it and perfect their attack. When a lion is killed the rest of the pride can suffer from a reduced hunt success rate because their finely honed actions have an essential part missing. It will take a while for that gap to be filled. #thisismytrophy

There is an undeniable primal warning when a lion looks directly into your eyes - even if you're in a vehicle. A snarling lion is another level altogether. #bigcatsarenotpets #thisismytrophy

In honour of #WorldGiraffeDay. These unique animals are such a symbol of Africa. What would an open savannah dotted with Acacias be without these silent giants? But again, giraffe populations are declining as habitat is lost and poaching rises. In only 30 years we've lost 40% of them. Once more we need to work quickly to protect these wild habitats and reverse the decline that is taking hold of all Africa's wildlife. #thisismytrophy

Lechwe running at speed through Duba's swampy plains. Their splayed hooves and long back legs let them do this especially well. These antelope are also a symbol of the success of protecting wild land. Under the guise of protecting big cats in this vast wilderness, the entire ecosystem has benefitted and all species here have increased their numbers. When we first took over Duba Plains there were perhaps 1000 lechwe. Today we're in the region of 10 000. And that is again also a huge benefit to the predators who do not need to wander into human habitation in search of prey. #thisismytrophy #conservation #landforlions #lechwe #okavango

It's an absolute privilege when a wild animal shares its personal space with you - without aggression or nervousness. #thejoyofelephants

There's nothing like the sights and sounds of an African sunset. Looking forward to getting out there again with@beverlyjoubert very soon. #africansunset #elephantsunset #dusksounds

African Elephants face a myriad of threats to their survival - poaching and habitat loss chief among them - but climate change is increasingly significant. Elephants are heavily water-dependent and struggle to dissipate heat because of their large size, making long dry seasons and very hot days extra challenging. #africanwildlife #climatechange #saynotoivory

Ever alert and endlessly entertaining - this family of meerkats really captured our hearts. #wildlife #botswana #meerkat

#Repost @wildaid ・・・
Hong Kong is in the process of legislating a ban on #ivorytrade but some traders and lawmakers are opposing the ban. Speak for the voiceless, #saynotoivory and sign the #IvoryFree pledge by copy pasting the link below. Together, we can help ban ivory now.
#jointheherd #WhenTheBuyingStopsTheKillingCanToo #worthmorealive #elephant #elephants #ivory
https://yearoftheelephant.org/getinvolved

Officials in Hong Kong seized an illegal shipment of 7.2 tonnes of elephant ivory this week. The confiscated tusks represent the violent slaughter of hundreds of African elephants and are a stark reminder of the enormity of the wildlife trafficking problem. #whenthebuyingstopsthekillingwilltoo #saynotoivory

A herd of zebra whooping and kicking up dust in the warm glow of an iconic big sky African sunset #africansunset #africanwildlife

Periscopes up! Pure joy as these elephants revel in a good bath #wilderness #elephants #saynotoivory

In the heat haze of their preferred arid habitat, these two #oryx have shimmering symmetry down to a fine art! #botswana #gemsbok

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