Animals

Sometimes, even the most skilled predators find themselves on the defensive. When size meets stealth, it’s clear who rules the ground, and who takes to the trees.

Following recent anti-poaching patrols, SANParks has announced significant breakthroughs.

These tiny hyena cubs are just learning how to walk, and are already discovering the joys of chewing everything in sight! One cub becomes particularly interested in a piece of wood on the ground.

Two hyena cubs engaged in some endearing play in this poignant sighting witnessed in the Kruger National Park.

Nearly three weeks after torrential rains inundated the Kruger Park, recovery news continues to trickle in. While it may be some time before it’s at full capacity, progress is being made.

In the wilds of Kruger, every moment holds the potential for triumph or tragedy. One brave mother cheetah reminded us all what true courage looks like.

It was a fun-filled family day out at the pool for this clan of hyenas which were spotted cooling off in the water!

A leopard used a safari vehicle for cover as it hunted an impala out on the open road!

A pride of lionesses tore apart at a warthog while it was still alive, in a heartrending feeding frenzy filmed by Tebogo Khoza by the Kruger Tables in the Kruger National Park.

A pack of wild dogs paid the price when they interrupted a hamerkop bird, as it led them in circles until they were dizzy!

When a tiny bush baby fell from the roof, a brave mom had to use her natural agility to effect an immediate rescue!

An unlucky kudu sought shelter in the water, only to be dragged out and attacked by two hungry hyenas!

A pack of wild dogs got on the wrong side of an angry elephant which charged them down until they scattered!

In the wild, even apex predators have to make way when a grumpy elephant wants through! These lions had no idea they were directly in the path of a mighty bull!

As the floodwaters subside, life in Kruger National Park is slowly returning to normal. We bring you a summary of the latest updates from SANParks.

African wild dogs are one of Africa’s most efficient large predators, capturing roughly 80% of the prey they target. However, sometimes even their best-laid plans fail when their prey seize the initiative.

This high-flying lion climbed so high that it got stuck in the thin branches of a tree and couldn’t get down again!

A quiet night drive turns unexpectedly electric when lightning cracks the sky above two resting lions. Even Africa’s apex predators are reminded that nature can still catch them off guard.

When an assertive elephant leads its family to water, it sends a zebra herd trotting for safer ground. This sighting will remind you of the delicate dance between species for survival in the wild.

As mopping up continues across the flood-ravaged Kruger National Park, supporters will be pleased to note other developments regarding waste management.