The world as I see it
Sensitivity Alert - Some people might find some of these photos upsetting. The second wildebeest crossing took place early in the morning on our second day. It was at an area called the Peninsula which was only a few minutes from our camp. Like before, once one wildebeest starts across, everyone else follows. And this …
We found a pride of lions with several adult females and a number of fairly young cubs. They weren't very active at this time of day but it was fun to watch them. Moms were constantly vigilant. Maralee
After watching our first wildebeest crossing, we ventured inland and almost immediately came across this beautiful giraffe. Hitching a ride on the giraffe's neck were a couple of oxpeckers. These pretty little birds feed on ticks and other parasites on larger African animals. It's a win-win . . . the oxpecker gets to eat and …
There is danger everywhere for the Wildebeest and Zebras crossing the river. There are crocodiles in the river and other predators waiting elsewhere. Unbeknownst to us, there was a lioness hiding in the tall grass waiting for the right moment to attack. It happened so fast I didn't see it right away but in front …
Once one wildebeest is brave enough to cross the river, everyone else follows and it is chaos. They will run, jump, fall or slide off of the cliff to get to the water and nothing will stop them (except maybe a crocodile). It is thrilling to watch but the whole event only lasts a few …
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