Wildcast

Fire is often used as a management tool to control bush encroachment and maintain species diversity.
Man induced fire has been a part of the African savannah for centuries and many of the plant species have adapted to it. But they haven’t adapted to the intense heat created by hundreds of Quelea nests blazing in their upper branches and in this case killing large parts of the upper tree.

Zebra are often the first to be found on a burnt area. The new flush of green growth is obviously a great attraction but the zebra usually arrive before the flush. There must be something else about fire that attracts them.

Today is my last day of fun. Been utter bliss. Tomorrow I drive 8 hours to Jackson Hole for the week for the wildlife film festival. But I’m still going to sneak in some kayaking at 6h30 before hitting the road.