The week started off with a bit of a comical scene between a warthog and a hyena when a hyena tried to sneak up on an unsuspecting warthog. We thought the hyena was going to catch him as he got so close, but the warthog sensed his presence and chased the hyena off for quite… [Read More]
Southern African Rock Python
Species name: Southern African Rock Python Scientific Name: Python sebae natalensis Weight: Male: 20-40 kg – Female: 30-60 kg Length: Male: Up to 3.5m – Female: Up to 5m General Habitat: Inhabiting a wide variety of habitats including Savannah, Woodlands, Thickets and Forested areas. Diet: Many different prey items depending on the age and size… [Read More]
A Week in the Bush Vol. 276
Our week started off with a surprise sighting of 3 unknown male lions early one morning, feeding on a buffalo carcass. Several hyenas were around, trying to grab some scraps, but the lions were too strong for them and managed to stay in possession of the carcass. The Mhangeni Pride of lions was located sleeping… [Read More]
Steenbok
Species name: Steenbok Scientific Name: Raphicerus campestris Weight: Male: 10-13 kg – Female: 10-13kg Shoulder Height: Male: 50cm – Female: 50cm General Habitat: Open savanna and grassland areas scattered with medium to small bushes and shrubs that provide enough shelter. They avoid dense thickets. Diet: They are mixed feeders. They eat a variety of grasses,… [Read More]