Animals

When lions target a helpless buffalo calf, its herd fights back with everything they’ve got. In a show of unconditional love and bravery, the calf’s mother makes a miraculous rescue – but not without sacrifice.  Watch the Sighting:  Gavin Brett and his family were spending the week in Thornybush Game Reserve in celebration of his…

In the heart of the wild, a blind bushbuck’s disoriented steps lead to an inevitable encounter with a stealthy leopard. The raw reality of nature’s balance comes alive in this unforgettable encounter. Watch the Sighting: Moses Bokaba was on safari with his friends in Kruger National Park, when they decided to take one of their…

When a large male elephant ripped up the road in front of a safari vehicle, it was clear who had the right of way. Watch how it digs its tusks all the way in with ease!

This hungry lioness got a pleasant surprise when its prey didn’t run or fight back, but instead just keeled over.

This leopard didn’t stop after just one warthog, but instead was hungry enough to catch all three.

This little group of lion cubs were full of energy and ready to play some games, as they began hunting their dad’s tail in the Pumba Private Game Reserve in South Africa. Cameron Schmidt, the reserve’s System Head Ranger, recorded the sighting, even capturing a rare white lion cub joining in on the game with…

Two male lions recently sneaked up on a rival male lion lion which was lounging on an airport runway in the Sabi Sands game reserve, before launching a surprise attack on him. This stunning display of male lion rivalry was witnessed by Peter Forsyth, a 24-year-old field guide. Runway sets the stage for magnificent viewing…

A wounded buffalo was dramatically saved by fellow herd members after being hunted down by young, inexperienced lions. However, his cries for help also attracted two large male lions from a rival pride, who closed in on him shortly after he stood back to his feet, this time without a chance of escape. This memorable…

When a boomslang corners a flap-necked chameleon in a tree, the unforeseen occurs in a battle of survival—proof that even small sightings in the wild can leave you breathless. Watch the Sighting: Brian Abrahamson was on safari on the Maroela Loop in Kruger National Park one day, enjoying the peaceful backdrop from the Mareola trees.…

What do a bateleur eagle, a group of vultures and two large male lions have in common? In this epic sighting by 27-year-old Nadav Ossendryver, founder of LatestSightings.com, the predatory birds and lions shared a single impala kill. Nadav was treated to a magic moment of memorable viewing when an impala carcass attracted a succession…

A large male giraffe narrowly avoided becoming the next meal of a large pride of lions. Dropping its guard to drink, the giraffe only noticed the advancing lions moments before they could press home their attack. Captured by David Sher, he was en route to Xai Xai Campsite, near to Botswana’s Chobe River. David says…

A predator became the prey, when a pride of lions attacked and killed a crocodile. The incident occurred in the Busanga Plains region of Kafue National Park, Zambia. Crocodiles are not the typical prey of lions, but when a pride of lions came across a lone croc in a wallow, it seemed curiosity got the…

In a bizarre incident recorded at Marloth Park, adjacent to the Kruger National Park, a gang of banded mongooses united to repel an attack by a Chacma baboon. According to Charmaine, she was in her garden when she saw a baboon running along, carrying a dead mongoose. She was further alarmed to see another baboon…

A rare sighting of a mother elephant with twin calves turned into a heartbreaking battle for survival when a pride of lions closed in on them. Witness the power, tragedy, and resilience of nature in this extraordinary incident at Chobe National Park. Watch the Sighting: Get our Best Sightings as they Come in Desmond Clack,…

A huge warthog recently put up an incredible fight against a determined leopard at the Sabi Sand game reserve, with Stephanie McClendon, sales manager for the Luxury Travel Company (Scott Dunn), witnessing what has to be one of the most spectacular warthog triumphs captured on film. The massive creature refused to be prey as its…

In the heart of Kruger National Park, a stealthy leopard stumbles upon an easy meal: a group of African wild dogs, fast asleep. Will the unsuspecting dogs detect their doom before it is too late? One early morning, John Fabiano and his safari group embarked on an unforgettable journey to Lower Sabie in Kruger National…

In the Kruger National Park, guide Leon Badenhorst came across an unfortunate honey badger pup that had drawn the attention of three lions where it lay in the middle of the road. Leon was near the Phalaborwa Gate when he spied the lions and settled in to watch, not even noticing the badger pup at…

A lioness used her female wiles to seduce a male lion into letting down his guard so she could steal his food, in a spectacular encounter recently witnessed by Gareth van Rooyen, a highly experienced safari guide and wildlife fanatic. The male, who fell for a moment for her feminine charm, was left high and…

An African wild dog lost its life when an adult male lion attacked it. This unfortunate incident occurred in the Balule Nature Reserve. It was submitted to Latest Sightings by guide, Nhlanhla Nkuna in February 2024. Distracted dogs Nhlanha informs us that he found a large male lion resting in the shade. As he and…

A young female warthog met a gory end recently in the Sabi-Sands Game Reserve in northeastern South Africa. Initially ambushed by a leopard, its troubles multiplied when a spotted hyena arrived. This dramatic and graphic encounter was filmed by guide, Jonathan McCormick. According to Jonathan, in the lead-up to the event, he and his guests…