Leopards of Sabi Sands

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Marlon du Toit: " I think this might be the first time that I share this image here on Instagram. I took this in February of 2013, & it’s of 2 very special leopards.

The one standing is mom, the Ravenscourt Female, as she was known. It’s the leopard I’ve spent most time with during my @singita_ guiding days. She was special, almost unique.
Her son (and also last cub) is seen next to her. He’s still around & known as the Ravenscourt Male, occupying the western sections of the #sabisands.
I was out on my own on a cool summers morning. It rained ever so gently & the light was real rich, pretty light. I spent the whole morning with the 2 of them. Instead of staying in camp when I had no guests, I’d always go out on drive. My tracker did not like that much because I’d bring back a dusty or muddy car for him to clean, haha, but I sure did enjoy it.
I cherish these memories and I am so happy photography was a big part of my life back then.
The Sabi Sands is a great safari experience, one of the very best! Send me a DM if you’d love details of how to join me there in May 2021. "

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