Magwaza made a surprising appearance last night, she was just lying in the road that runs through the hills while I was looking for the rest of the pride. I immediately put two and two together and realized that the buffalo kill we saw the others feeding on, was probably hers from a good few days ago. She was still fat from what was left of the rotten carcass. She disappeared back into the hills after a short reunion – it is good to know she is still doing well all on her own.
I found Manyari this morning, also as full as a tick from feeding on the rotting buffalo carcass, she seemed to have a little fire in her eyes. She was playing “owl eyes” with us, until she realized we were sticking around for a while. Sjambok was still displaying some affection to Manyari and after a 10 meter walk they did what they always do best – lay around.
On the other hand, the Wild Dogs displayed a little of the same exhausted lounging behaviour. They are still so entertaining to watch, even when they laze around. That never lasts long though; an impala pasted by, the gears changed and they kicked down into overdrive. All in all, a great day catching up with the whole clan.
Mark,
some great footage of the dogs in action. Amazing to watch. Do they make a lot of noise as they go about their business. It would be great to hear all the action as well. !!!!!!!
When i Read the title , then seen the opening scene I thought the poor fella had fallen to his death ,… I was just blessing myself and his little head popped up !! How could anybody choose a rock like that to lie down on !!?? Nice !
Fabulous footage - thanks. What a find this web site is……I’m telling my friends about it!
Mark,
Outlaw makes a great point! I was also wondering about the sound they make as they are all fighting for a share of meat. I am not blessed as you by living near these beautiful animals. Thank you as always, but do not take for granted all that you do!!!
Cheers
I’ve read that the dogs make a “warbling” bark , which is specifically reserved for encounters with other wild dog packs…. ever heard that or seen a pack encounter another pack ?
Why is Magwaza on her own? Do you suspect that she is protecting young again?
moira
hi Mark,
Were the dogs vaccinated for Rabies and Distemper? or just Rabies?