A fearless mongoose takes on a large venomous Black Mamba snake and comes out unscathed and victorious over one of Africa’s deadliest. 35-year-old Field Guide Ankia Pusey was driving on the S130 Gomondwane Loop in the south of the Kruger National Park when she came across a fierce battle between a Black Mamba and a mongoose. This sighting was […]
“An Inquisitive Bird Damages the Zoologist’s Camera.”
A curious bird destroys its own research camera, a very expensive one; perhaps he was a little more than just camera shy? 32-year-old Ph.D. candidate Kyle-Mark Middleton had a very unpleasant surprise one morning. While performing a routine check on a camera trap set up in front of an active ground hornbill nest. A mysteriously […]
“A Grand Battle: 2 Buffaloes, 20 Elephants, and 22 Lions.”
2 Buffaloes & 20 Elephants Are No Match for 22 Lions This dramatic scene unfolds as 2 buffaloes and 20 elephants challenge 22 lions and end up being no match for the large cats! This sighting played out at MalaMala in Greater Kruger. Field guide Gareth van Rooyen was incredibly fortunate to witness this sighting and shared the […]
“Defying Commands for a Bite to Eat, this Hungry Dog Learns a Lesson He’ll Carry Forever, Sporting a Heartbreaking Expression.”
According to Paws Paws a lady phoned them about a mistreated puppy. Her voice choked with emotion as she told them about her neighbor’s puppy. She had just acquired the cute little thing was shocked to discover it severely injured when she walked over to say hello. With further investigation a neighbor disclosed a stunning reality. The puppy […]
“Unyielding Devotion: The Profoundly Touching and Admirable Love and Loyalty of a Faithful Dog in His Mission to Heal His Beloved Companion.”
She was in a difficult situation, feeling helpless and exposed to pain, but she found comfort in the constant company of her faithful furry friend. Her loyal companion, with its expressive eyes and wagging tail, became her rock and consistent source of encouragement. Their story started on a chilly winter evening when destiny brought them […]