Guineafowl Procession: Video

I was out early on my dawn patrol, all excited that I’d be spending more time in the field today.
But the bush wasn’t that excited to see me. Well if they were, they didn’t come out and make a song and dance about it, but I was happy as always to bump into one of my real friends on his way home to sleep.

At least for me it was just a bargain being out on my daily work doing what I love.
All morning was quiet, except for the dawn procession of guineafowl coming to drink at Bandama pan. The guineafowl flocks are huge this year as they’ve bred exceptionally well following the good early rains.
I took a drive through the hills past Lojaan dam and back to Banyini.
Banyini was fairly quiet and I found this dead Booted eagle (Imm.). It seemed to be in good condition. I’m waiting for feedback from the vet.

I did have to sneak home in the heat of the day to test my hand at welding, manufacturing a trolley to carry the microlight.
But I was quickly out again in the afternoon down to the Chiredzi River where the elephant bulls are hanging out at the moment.

Several were on the bank feeding and others were already crossing the river all in their own time. They really weren’t in any rush to get anywhere at dusk. Not like most who’re rushing home from a hard days work in the office. These guys have it Gooood, but only so long as poachers don’t get their dirty hands in here. At least Malilangwe is one of the safest places for them.