Coalitions of Kruger National Park

[BA0701]

(09-01-2023, 11:53 PM)Wyld@Heart Wrote:

(09-01-2023, 11:10 PM)BA0701 Wrote: Has there been any word on the Mongawane Males recently? Feels like forever since we've heard anything on them, barely a peep since they went into the Bermuda Triangle that is Kruger National Park

Just had a look at my map now to orient myself. Basically if they pushed east there is just the S39 then a massive tract north to the H9 linking Phalaborwa gate. There are absolutely no tourist roads in that entire block east/northeast of Timbavati and neighboring private reserves. The only people traversing would be rangers on patrol and science teams, I'd estimate a 1000 sqm, probably greater, between H7, S39 and H9 pretty much devoid of human activity except that of a transitory nature in itself. The major natural barrier would be the Olifants river which is perennial but also allows a fairly easy crossing unless in full flow during heavy rains. Poaching is a scourge but that area has the Timbavati and neighboring reserves as a buffer to the west and vast wilderness to Mozambique so they should be relatively safe from that danger.

Two strong males entering their prime with a decent bond, I think their chances of making it are about as good as can be expected. I reckon they're in that zone, or so I'd like to think.

@Wyld@Heart, my friend, that was a really helpful response, thank you for that. It really helps to visualize what the area is like. Reply