This family of dikkops were observed in Richmond Hill yesterday. Despite their natural habitat being systematically eroded by urbanization, these birds have managed to adapt well to city life. Normally they will be found in open fields, but these birds have somehow ended up in a very built up area, where there is a risk … Continue reading City slickers
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Mailand River Mouth
The Maitland River Mouth must have one of the nicest unspoilt beaches in the country. This is a view looking toward the coastal suburb of Blue Horizon Bay, taken yesterday evening with oyster catchers feeding in the foreground. Judging from the signage at the parking lot this is about to change with some planned development. … Continue reading Mailand River Mouth
Pretty Flamingo
It is always a pleasure to see the flamingos, as they return to the salt pans at Swartkops in spring. This year the numbers are still fairly low but hopefully more will arrive in the weeks ahead.The flamingos are quite shy and do not let one get too close for photogrphs, so you have to … Continue reading Pretty Flamingo
Wildlife at the Boardwalk
A pair of Egyptian Geese have made their home at the Boardwalk Casino complex and can be seen here paddling across the lake with their three goslings. For more pictures go to The Max Files
happy birthday dear Ma-ax….tra la
It is the m in sam's birthday today, and the family decided on an outing to the wonderful Addo Elephant Game Park which we are lucky enough to have on our doorstep. So we packed a great picnic and set off this afternoon when our son-in-law got home from work.Addo is looking quite dry, which … Continue reading happy birthday dear Ma-ax….tra la
wildlife in the suburbs
If you get bored with the miniture trains, you can always go game viewing. These guinea fowl have taken "ownership" of the local neighbourhood and are a delight to watch.
Woo-Hoo, The whales are back
If you are anywhere near the Southern coast of Africa in the next two months, don't forget that the whales are back! If you get a chance, take a drive along the coast and see if you can spot them. We went to Schoenmakerskop this afternoon, and had a wonderful time sitting on a bench, … Continue reading Woo-Hoo, The whales are back
Horses in PJs
More animals from the Kragga Kamma Game Farm. Because the only predators in the area (cheetahs) are fenced in, these zebra and the other animals are very relaxed, and it is possible to get quite close to them.
The congregation gathers…
A flock of pigeons greets the dawn on the roof of the old St Philips Anglican Church in Richmond Hill.
View from the top
More of the beautiful African wildlife in not-so-wild surroundings, at the Kragga Kamma Game Park.
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