Humans, we have evolved to make use of open spaces. As the environment on Earth became drier, a habitat once dominated by woodlands and forests was widely replaced by open plains. Our ancestors roamed these grasslands on two legs, which provided the height advantage to see over the long grass. Bipedalism freed our hands to… [Read More]
It’s all about the whiskers
There are many intricate details of the animals that we are so fortunate to see almost every day, one of which are leopards. If you are able to spend enough time with these animals you start to notice how in tune they are with their surroundings, along with all the features they possess which make… [Read More]
A Week in the Bush Vol. 332
The arrival of dung beetles is always an exciting sign that the seasons are changing. The dry winter months are giving way to the rainy months of summer, and the first rains that we have been experiencing release the dung beetles into the world from their underground sanctuary. These telecoprids have created a brood ball, which… [Read More]
Connectivity in nature
As we drive around Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve, and so many like it, there is a constant change of vegetation – dense thickets, savanna, and the odd open grassy area. As we cross into drainage lines, we are greeted by the cool air kept in place by the dense, green riverine vegetation lining the… [Read More]