MaiaWildlife

20/06/2025

11/06/2025

If you don’t have enough animals to photograph…
Point your lens at the moon. 🌕📷
It never cancels, it never hides (well, mostly), and it always brings the magic.
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06/06/2025

What a stunning moment captured in Panna National Park! This magnificent Crested Serpent Eagle (Spilornis cheela) perches regally on a branch, its trademark spiky crest and intense yellow eyes focused sharply. Native to the forests of tropical Asia, this medium-sized raptor is easily identified by its broad, paddle-like wings, black-and-white barred tail, and the striking bare yellow skin on its face and feet .

In Panna’s lush woodlands and river valleys, the Crested Serpent Eagle is a sentinel of the skies, often heard before seen. Its loud, piercing two‑ to three‑note call echoes through the canopy as it soars in graceful circles, searching below for its favorite prey: snakes—a behaviour that gives the species its aptly descriptive name .

This snapshot also underscores the remarkable bird diversity in the region—Panna is home to a vibrant array of eagles and raptors such as Short‑toed Snake‑Eagle, Changeable Hawk‑Eagle, Booted Eagle—and of course, the Crested Serpent Eagle stands tall among them .

Whether gliding overhead or perched in silent poise, this eagle is a beautiful reminder of the wild heart of central India. A truly unforgettable sight!
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27/05/2025

📸 Caught a stunning Red Kite in action! 🦅 I managed to snap four different shots of this incredible bird — each one capturing a different vibe, from powerful to peaceful.

Swipe through and let me know:
Which one is your favorite — 1, 2, 3, or 4?
I’d love to hear what stands out to you — the pose, the lighting, the background?

Nature never fails to amaze. 🏞️✨

24/05/2025

Say NO to Exploitative Wildlife Tourism

Wildlife tourism should celebrate and protect animals, not exploit them. Sadly, many attractions use animals for entertainment—offering elephant rides, tiger selfies, or dolphin shows—often at the cost of their welfare. These practices involve abuse, stress, and unnatural living conditions.

If you love animals, choose ethical alternatives like observing wildlife in their natural habitats or supporting sanctuaries that prioritize animal well-being. Be a responsible traveler. Your choices matter.

Say NO to exploitation. Say YES to compassion.

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21/05/2025

🐯 Tiger Cubs Thrive in Bandhavgarh National Park: A Conservation Success Story

Bandhavgarh National Park in Madhya Pradesh, India, is experiencing a remarkable surge in its tiger population, highlighted by the birth of several tiger cubs across various zones. This development underscores the park’s pivotal role in tiger conservation efforts.

🌿 A Haven for Bengal Tigers

Renowned for its high density of Bengal tigers, Bandhavgarh encompasses diverse habitats, including dense forests, grasslands, and wetlands. The park’s varied landscapes provide ideal conditions for tigers to thrive and raise their young.

📸 Capturing the Moments

Photographers and tourists have documented these extraordinary moments: 
• A captivating image of tiger cubs in the Sehra area, taken in March 2024, highlights the playful nature of these young felines. 
• Videos of cubs in the buffer zones have surfaced, indicating that tigers are expanding their territories beyond the core areas of the park. 

🌍 Conservation Impact

The increase in tiger cubs is a testament to the successful conservation efforts in Bandhavgarh. The park’s management strategies, anti-poaching measures, and habitat restoration projects have created a conducive environment for tigers to breed and flourish.

As of 2022, the park was home to approximately 135 tigers, and recent developments suggest this number is on the rise. 

🗓️ Planning Your Visit

For those interested in witnessing these majestic creatures, MaiaWildlife is organising an expedition to Indian between 7 to 14 March 2026. All informations at www.MaiaWildlife.com

Bandhavgarh National Park continues to be a beacon of hope for tiger conservation, offering visitors a unique opportunity to observe these magnificent animals in their natural habitat.

12/05/2025

South Africa is a top destination for wildlife photography enthusiasts, with its vast and varied range of fauna and flora. A photographic safari in South Africa offers a unique opportunity to capture stunning images of wildlife in their natural habitat, including the famous Big Five animals: lions, leopards, elephants, buffalos and rhinos.

At MaiaWildlife we offer guided photographic safaris, where experienced guides take visitors on game drives in specially adapted vehicles to get up close and personal with the animals. These safaris are designed to provide excellent photographic opportunities, with guides using their knowledge of animal behaviour and the landscape to position the vehicle for the best possible shots.

Photographic safaris in South Africa are not just about capturing the perfect shot; they also offer a chance to learn about conservation efforts and the challenges facing wildlife in the region. We have dedicated conservation programs that visitors can get involved in, such as tracking and monitoring wildlife, or participating in community outreach projects.

Overall, a photographic safari in South Africa is a once-in-a-lifetime experience that offers an amazing opportunity to capture stunning images of wildlife in their natural habitats, while also contributing to conservation efforts and learning about the local culture.
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11/05/2025

11/05/2025

The Bengal tiger, one of the most iconic and majestic big cats, roams the dense forests and grasslands of India. Known for its striking orange coat with black stripes, the Bengal tiger is not only a symbol of power and grace but also plays a crucial role in maintaining the health of its ecosystem.

MaiaWildlife’s India Wildlife Safari offers an unforgettable opportunity to witness this magnificent predator in its natural habitat. Expertly guided tours take you deep into India’s premier national parks, such as Bandhavgarh, and Panna, where the thrill of spotting a wild tiger is just one part of a rich journey through the country’s diverse and vibrant ecosystems.
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09/05/2025

Welgevonden male at Dinokeng.
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