Leopards of Sabi Sands

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Kruger Park leopards spotted mating:

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Guests to Lion Sands Kruger National Park recently spotted two of the most frequently sighted resident leopards mating. Field Guide Joe van Zyl tells of how they found the Postman’s female very far from her usual territory. She was with the Mbavala male, along the Sabie River.

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This behaviour could be very dangerous for the Postman’s female, as she crossed into the territory of two other females. Thankfully she remained out of harm’s way, and was able to mate in peace.

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Now the countdown begins to see if she successfully conceived, and our Field Guides will be keeping a very close eye. They should know in roughly 60 days, with the full gestation period being anything between 90 and 110 days.

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Watch this space! We’ll keep you updated and are keeping our digits crossed in the hope that we may well hear the padding of tiny paws… Reply