randombirder

Back in the park entering through the Phabeni Gate for more wildlife encounters passing by vervet monkeys with a penchant for floristry. This waterhole was infested with hippo and crocs - viewing from the car was the sensible way for observing the wildlife. Birds present there included yellow-billed stork , Blacksmith's plover , water thick-knee , white-faced whistling duck , African spoonbill and grey heron . A reed cormorant sat close to the bridge while we made our way slowly across the river. Chance encounters with mammals such as this glorious male nyala  which were only seen a couple of times on the trip. Another joyous moment - Pumbaa with a group of young hogs. A relaxing stop at the amazing Skukuza rest camp overlooking the Lower Sabie river in the company of this beautiful Southern tree agama . Up until now, these sightings were all seen en route toward Skukuza. Ordinarily, it is prohibited to leave the vehicle other than the rest stops for obvious reasons. Lake Panic, j...