There is a world somewhere between reality and fiction. Although ignored by many, it is very real and so are those living in it. This forum is about the natural world. Here, wild animals will be heard and respected. The forum offers a glimpse into an unknown world as well as a room with a view on the present and the future. Anyone able to speak on behalf of those living in the emerald forest and the deep blue sea is invited to join.
MALAMALA TODAY: September 5th. More often than not we see hyenas in ones or twos roaming about or waiting at the base of a tree with a leopard and a kill in it. At den sites we see more but that mostly consists of youngsters. Then, every now and then, normally in the presence of lions with a large carcass, we're reminded just how big these clans are and how far they range. This was case again today when we found the Marthly pride in the Mlowathi River near Mlowathi Koppies- they all had full bellies. One of the lionesses got up and walked west towards an area where many vultures were descending. Our eyes were met by 17 hyenas devouring what was left of a buffalo kill. The lioness took one look at the raucous crowd and turned away. Presumably the lions had made the kill and were eventually chased off by the hyenas. Other lions: 2 of the Gowrie males were viewed at Mlowathi Dam. 4 of the Mantimahle males have a buffalo kill just south of Rocky Crossing