Tag Archives: Kalahari 2015

Golden Hour Bateleur

Posted on October 8, 2015 by lisa@notesfromafrica

The Bateleur is a medium-sized eagle with very distinctive plumage. The dark colours make them difficult to photograph in the harsh Kalahari light. However, if you find them during the “golden hour” of early morning or late afternoon, they glow … Continue reading →

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Looking back

Posted on September 21, 2015 by lisa@notesfromafrica

Three cheetahs were striding through the Kalahari veld, seemingly oblivious to our presence. Just before they disappeared over the ridge, I sneezed and they all turned around in unison to look at us. These photos were taken in the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park … Continue reading →

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Martial Eagle with chick

Posted on September 16, 2015 by lisa@notesfromafrica

The Martial Eagle is the largest eagle in Africa. It swoops down on its prey from high up in the sky, often killing its target in one blow with its massive talons and muscle mass. It reproduces every two years, raising only … Continue reading →

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Gemsbok Sky

Posted on August 27, 2015 by lisa@notesfromafrica

Typical scene in the Kalahari . . . an endless horizon, very blue skies and Gemsbok. For more photographs of Gemsbok see the post Gemsbok Graphics For more info and stories about the Kalahari see Kalahari Series I – 2009 and … Continue reading →