10 Oct
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10 Oct
Extreme aggression in first stages of mating
There is nothing romantic about lions mating. It is an extremely aggressive interaction, especially in the early stages. Males have recurved hooks on the end of their penises and when they withdraw, after biting the back of the lioness’ neck, this stimulates her and she will turn on him, swiping, snarling and biting.
7 Oct
Lions continue to gorge on elephant
The Xakanaxa pride continue to gorge themselves on the elephant kill. After such lean times of late, they are making the most of this substantial meal. There is more than the usual amount of aggression between pride members which is a sign of their desperation.
6 Oct
Lions tear apart buffalo carcass
It’s a scene seeped with blood and gore – but it is also a natural part of life here in the Okavango Delta.
5 Oct
Elephant bull at sunset
A lone elephant bull. A beautiful African sunset. It’s the end of another day of wildlife sightings in the Okavango.
5 Oct
Replacing diff
Brad working on replacing the back diff on his truck. Driving through water constantly plays havoc with bearings and gears.
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