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17/12/2024

At 4-5 weeks old, Makhomsava's two cubs are at a delicate age. We're making sure to keep safari vehicles around them at a minimum during this formative stage, but this beautiful moment of one tentatively peeking at us through the bushes was too good to not capture!

📹 Field Guide Geoff

Lion dynamics are fascinating, and around these parts we are blessed with plenty! Our latest blog (https://www.arathusa....
16/12/2024

Lion dynamics are fascinating, and around these parts we are blessed with plenty!

Our latest blog (https://www.arathusa.co.za/2024/12/10/lion-dynamics/ ) covers the ever-evolving relationships between our territorial lions and prides.

Which is your favourite?

08/12/2024

Head over to our blog for the full story:

https://www.arathusa.co.za/2024/12/12/mother-daughter-leopard-duel/

Tortoise Pan, the peacemaker.
He quickly swooped into action today to calm down the fight between Langa and her mother, Sibuye.
The brawl started when Sibuye trespassed into Langa's territory, and thankfully didn't escalate further due to Tortoise Pan's authoritative intervention.

📹 Guest, Sophie Van Sonsbeek

Now for a closer look at some of the unusual wildlife around Arathusa! Rock monitors, close relatives to Komodo dragons,...
02/12/2024

Now for a closer look at some of the unusual wildlife around Arathusa!
Rock monitors, close relatives to Komodo dragons, are strong climbing experts despite their bulky builds. They're rather easy to identify by their distinctive side-to-side walking motion.

📸 Field Guide Roy

On our afternoon drive, we found the Nkuhuma lions feeding on the remains of a giraffe, believed to have died of natural...
27/11/2024

On our afternoon drive, we found the Nkuhuma lions feeding on the remains of a giraffe, believed to have died of natural causes. This was a fortunate opportunity for the pride, as taking down a giraffe is an incredibly risky endeavour. With their towering height and powerful legs, giraffes can deliver a kick strong enough to shatter bones or even kill a lion. Hunting one often requires a coordinated effort and puts the lions at significant danger of injury or death. In this case, the lions avoided the peril of the hunt and instead have a feast that will sustain them for days to come.

📸 Field Guide Roy

The first power struggle. The recent arrival of the new male leopard, Hlambela, was bound to have some impact on the dyn...
22/11/2024

The first power struggle. The recent arrival of the new male leopard, Hlambela, was bound to have some impact on the dynamic in the area, and today we saw the aftermath of a confrontation between him and Tortoise Pan. From here on, territories will be defended with great vigour!

📸 Captured by Field Guide Roy
📹 Captured by Field Guide Geoff.

The pecking order in practice. While the jackal feasts, the vultures wait their turn.📸 Field Guide Geoff ...
20/11/2024

The pecking order in practice.
While the jackal feasts, the vultures wait their turn.

📸 Field Guide Geoff

How fast they grow... Standing guard over yet another fresh impala kill, it's evident that Nhenhe's moving towards indep...
18/11/2024

How fast they grow...

Standing guard over yet another fresh impala kill, it's evident that Nhenhe's moving towards independence.

The day is fast approaching that he'll leave his mother's side. We can only hope he won't venture too far to find and establish his own territory.

17/11/2024

It seems there's a new kid on the block!
There is a lot still to learn about this male newcomer named Hlambela, but we're very excited to observe closely and find out more about his behaviour and relationship with the leopards already in the area.

📹 Field Guide Geoff

14/11/2024

After the recent rains, it was high time for the Ndhzengas to reestablish their presence and mark their territory north of MalaMala.

📹 Captured by field guide Geoff.

Big(ger) Five...A buffalo and an elephant come face to face on a sandy road. Who diverts and takes the detour?📸📷 Capture...
12/11/2024

Big(ger) Five...

A buffalo and an elephant come face to face on a sandy road. Who diverts and takes the detour?

📸📷 Captured by field guide Roy.

11/11/2024

Nhenhe and Xidulu look more than satisfied with their day's work.

On average, leopards will eat roughly a third of their kill, meaning this impala is more than enough for the two of them.

Behind every lady buffalo is a 'boss'. Field Guide Mike captured some closeups at a sighting of a buffalo herd. ...
10/11/2024

Behind every lady buffalo is a 'boss'.

Field Guide Mike captured some closeups at a sighting of a buffalo herd.

07/11/2024

A formidable pair of pincers, with purpose. These burrowing scorpions, as their name suggests, are known for constructing elaborate and deep burrows.

Well-earned rest on new ground! This wild dog pack spent a busy day introducing their pups to unfamiliar territory, scen...
06/11/2024

Well-earned rest on new ground! This wild dog pack spent a busy day introducing their pups to unfamiliar territory, scent marking along the way.

📸 Field Guide Mike

05/11/2024

Not all days are lazy days for lions. During oestrus, these cats can mate up to 50 times in a single day!
Kumbula and an Nkuhuma female were wasting no time when we found them a couple of days ago.

02/11/2024

In the wild, nothing goes to waste. Mike captured this footage of Nhenhe finishing off a kill, relishing every morsel.

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Head over to our blog for the full story: https://www.arathusa.co.za/2024/12/12/mother-daughter-leopard-duel/ Tortoise Pan, the peacemaker. He quickly swooped into action today to calm down the fight between Langa and her mother, Sibuye. The brawl started when Sibuye trespassed into Langa's territory, and thankfully didn't escalate further due to Tortoise Pan's authoritative intervention. 📹 Guest, Sophie Van Sonsbeek #arathusa #arathusasafarilodge #LuxurySafariLodge #luxurysafari #southafrica #wildlife #wildlifephotography #leopard #big5

Is this the beginning of a new chapter for Nhenhe? While our young warrior is a firm favourite for many visitors, the recent spotting of Xidulu and Tortoise Pan mating may mean that his time in this territory is drawing to a close... Head to our blog to read more: https://www.arathusa.co.za/2024/11/27/is-it-time-to-say-goodbye-to-nhenhe/ #arathusasafarilodge #arathusa #luxurysafari #LuxurySafariLodge #wildlife #southafrica #big5 #wildlifephotography #leopard

After the recent rains, it was high time for the Ndhzengas to reestablish their presence and mark their territory north of MalaMala. 📹 Captured by field guide Geoff. #arathusa #arathusasafarilodge #LuxurySafariLodge #luxurysafari #southafrica #wildlifephotography #big5 #lion

Nhenhe and Xidulu look more than satisfied with their day's work. On average, leopards will eat roughly a third of their kill, meaning this impala is more than enough for the two of them. #arathusasafarilodge #arathusa #LuxurySafariLodge #luxurysafari #southafrica #wildlife #big5 #leopard

A formidable pair of pincers, with purpose. These burrowing scorpions, as their name suggests, are known for constructing elaborate and deep burrows. #arathusasafarilodge #arathusa #LuxurySafariLodge #luxurysafari #southafrica #wildlife #scorpion

Not all days are lazy days for lions. During oestrus, these cats can mate up to 50 times in a single day! Kumbula and an Nkuhuma female were wasting no time when we found them a couple of days ago. #arathusa #arathusasafarilodge #luxurysafari #LuxurySafariLodge #southafrica #wildlife #lion #big5

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