This young pair of African lions was trying to figure out how to mate for the first time. We caught them in deeply dappled sunlight, and I managed this powerful image as they both suddenly went on high alert; a herd of elephants was approaching, whi
In Londolozi, the leopards are each identified and tracked from birth - their family trees and lineage are carefully recorded, and in a minimally invasive way, they are brought in for treatment if they fall sick. This male was resting quietly, bidin
Sisterhood between the females of a pride is a key part of social bonding. Nuzzling strengthens these bonds, I imagine in much the same way that touch between humans stimulates oxytocin production. Cubs watch and learn. Botswana, 2011.
Symbiotic relationships exist everywhere in nature, and the oxpecker and the rhino are one such, albeit slightly lop-sided. The tickbird pecks off skin parasites from the rhino, even cleaning out wounds of botfly larvae and other parasites. But the
A young litter of cubs surrounds their mother in the late evening, playing and rubbing against her for comfort and strengthening social bonds. The bonds between a pack are crucial for hunting, but also uncharacteristically friendly - often for no re
Following in Her Footsteps
Leopards in trees might be one of my favourite things ever. Sabi Sands, South Africa, 2011.
Collective nouns are a peculiar thing, but delightful for lovers of the English language. Zebras, for example, together are called a dazzle. A dazzle of zebras. This image demonstrates why. Sabi Sands, South Africa, 2011.
A leopard leaping down a tree might be one of my luckiest shots ever. Seeking protection from larger predators and protecting its food from potential thieves like hyenas, limber leopards leap up and down trees in the bush seemingly effortlessly. Clo
The lioness's bond with her cubs is one the most powerful and most delightful sights the the African bush has to offer. This family, the Tsalala Pride, comprised of two adult females and eight cubs in two litters. If cubs reach the age of two,
The African sacred ibis was central to Egyptian mythology, seen as the representative of the god Thoth, god of wisdom, knowledge and writing. It was considered the herald of the flood and is found mummified in tombs across ancient Egypt. Howeve
The cool blues of the evening set off the the vibrancy of this female leopard's coat, as she languidly draped herself across the branches. Watching out for predators and prey alike, she gazed calmly out into the distance, giving us ample opport
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