During a trip to Kruger National Park in 2024, my wife and I spotted a Common Myna feeding what appeared to be a Great Spotted Cuckoo. We were so surprised we forgot to take a photo. I was reminded about the concern that this alien species invading KNP. I thought at least cuckoos were helping...

The male African Jacana (Actophilornis africanus) is a remarkable example of dedicated paternal care. Unlike many other bird species where females take on most of the parental duties, the male African Jacana is solely responsible for raising the chicks once they hatch. This wader, often called the “lily trotter” due to its ability to walk...

We had just arrived at Mjejane Game Reserve when we were greeted by a scene of wonder. Not far from the roadside stood a zebra mare and her newborn foal. The little one was visibly wobbly on its legs, struggling to steady itself in this brand-new world. Its mother nuzzled and licked it gently while...

Yellow-billed Stork grooms croc! Sitting close to the water’s edge at Sunset Dam, near Lower Sabie in Kruger Park, my husband and I were treated to a fascinating display of what I initially thought was a “too close for comfort“ situation. After a few minutes however I decided it was more like an example of...