March 2026 - Week 1 Roundup

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Tok-tokkie beetle

Sighted on: 04.March.2026

This week’s highlight from the Kalahari comes from the desert floor, where recent rains have brought increased activity from Tok-tokkie beetles. These small desert engineers are named after the distinctive “tok-tok” tapping sound they make on the sand, a vibration used to communicate while searching for a mate. The rains have also brought fresh plant material and renewed life to the desert floor, providing the food and moisture that allow these hardy beetles to thrive.

Content Creator / Photographer:

Zizie Seitaa

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