Stories & galleries
Photographer of the Year 2020 Weekly Selection: Week 14 – Gallery 1
This fantastic gallery of images from Africa Geographic Photographer of the Year entrants will have you contacting AG to arrange your next safari
Newly discovered Taita Mountain dwarf galago (bushbaby) could already be on the brink of extinction
Newly-discovered species of bushbaby (galago) in Kenya’s Taita Hills is already on the verge of extinction due to habitat loss, say scientists
Photographer of the Year 2020 Weekly Selection: Week 13 – Gallery 2
Africa Geographic’s 2020 Photographer of the Year has produced another exceptional weekly selection – see the gallery here
Spotted hyena
The spotted hyena (Crocuta crocuta) is one of the world’s most misunderstood animals. Public perception often tends towards scorn and even outright hate – they are reviled as cowardly, thieving, dirty, ugly, lazy…the list goes on. These impressions are embedded in human history and public consciousness then reinforced by mainstream media and films. Fortunately, though, …
Photographer of the Year 2020 Weekly Selection: Week 13 – Gallery 1
Our Photographer of the Year 2020, with a stunning safari prize provided by Djuma Private Game Reserve, is now in full swing. There are two galleries showcasing this week’s Weekly Selection. To see the other gallery click here: Gallery 2 ? A ring-tailed lemur shows off its impressive tail. Anja Reserve, Madagascar © Timothy Portas ? A white-bellied tree pangolin …
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Leopard raids ground-hornbill nest
Video: a leopard raids a ground-hornbill nest in the Greater Kruger – yet another threat facing this threatened species
Elephant body language 101 – a guide for beginners
Elephant body language is a complex topic, yet there are a few simple clues and signals that explain elephant emotions and intentions
Photographer of the Year 2020 Weekly Selection: Week 12 – Gallery 1
Our Photographer of the Year 2020 is now in full swing. There are two galleries showcasing this week’s Weekly Selection. To see the other gallery click here: Gallery 1 ? Endangered Grevy’s zebras locked in a fierce battle. Samburu National Park, Kenya © Yaron Schmid ? A black mamba strikes a pose. Sabi Sands Game Reserve, South Africa © …
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Photographer of the Year 2020 Weekly Selection: Week 12 – Gallery 2
Our Photographer of the Year 2020 is now in full swing. There are two galleries showcasing this week’s Weekly Selection. To see the other gallery click here: Gallery 1 ? A male lion rids his mane of water by giving it a big shake. Kgalagadi National Park, South Africa © John Mullineux ? Bad timing for an elephant calf. …
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Baby elephants rescued – 11 incredible images
Baby elephants rescued from the mud in Mana Pools – the images tell the story. WARNING: Some may find the images stressful.
There’s a cheetah on the roof – when wildlife viewing crosses the line
How close is too close? Cheetahs regularly climb onto safari vehicles. Here is why this practice is unethical, dangerous and invasive.
Painted wolves (African wild dogs) released after rescue
Ten wild dogs have been released into a private game reserve near Kruger National Park after being rescued from intolerant landowners
