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September 2026 - Week 4 Roundup
20th - 26th September 2026
Bat - eared Fox
Sighted on: 21.September.2026
During our game drive today, we had an exceptional encounter with a bat-eared fox resting low in an open clearing, offering a wonderful look into how these small carnivores adapt to the Kalahari environment.
Instead of retreating into thick vegetation, the fox settled into a shallow depression in the dry grass. Resting in open ground allows it to use its sandy coat for natural camouflage while keeping an unobstructed 360-degree view to spot potential predators like raptors or jackals.
Even while resting, its oversized ears were actively at work. The large pinnae help dissipate body heat during warmer daylight hours, while constantly swiveling toward the ground to detect the subtle movement of harvester termites beneath the topsoil. It was a great demonstration for our guests of how every physiological adaptation in the desert serves a clear, dual purpose for survival.
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Mogomotsi Maboga
Northern Black Korhaan & Lion
Sighted on: 20.September.2026
During the routine management patrol across our sector, we logged two key wildlife encounters.
In an open clearing, we observed a female Northern Black Korhaan (Afrototis afraoides) actively foraging along the sandy substrate. Recording ground-dwelling bird species helps us track avian distribution and insect activity across the open pans.
Later in the patrol, we located a lion (Panthera leo) resting in dense shade beneath an acacia thicket. We were able to observe her at close range without disturbance, noting her strong body condition, clear amber eyes, and relaxed behavior.
Documenting these routine sightings during non-guest operational drives ensures continuous, detailed monitoring of our core territory.
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