I had to get a little kick out of bed this morning, my back twisted up in a spasm last night and I was out for the count. Nevertheless, I found myself on route to check up on the Hyena cubs. It is very cold in the morning and I have a recently purchased a balaclava to shield my face from the icy cold wind. The balaclava has aided the coining of a new nickname - Safari Ninja, or “Sninja” for short.
I took it easy as not to injure my back any further and got a little side tracked at Sosigi Dam. The cloud above the water is magnified by the golden light of the rising sun and is a masterpiece of nature all on its own. I spent a little time around the dam even though there were no animals to be seen – except the intermittent bobbing eyes of the Hippo that have made it their new home.
Eventually, after taking the long way round, I pulled up into the ravine where the Hyena den is situated. Before I reached the den, six adult Hyenas had posted a road block, they regrouped and surrounded the car, but it seems they only wanting to taste my tyres (Yes, those tyres), luckily they didn’t suffer any injury. I would think that one sharp look from a Hyena would puncture those wafer thin sidewalls!
It was an absolute magical time spent watching them sporting around, playing with the cubs, and watching the cubs suckling their mother. I found it incredible how quickly the clan decided that we weren’t a threat and included us in their daily happenings. Even though these Hyenas are completely wild, they show many traits of domestic animals; for example, fighting over sticks, running in circles and chasing each other. The Hyenas made my day!
Thanks again for the wonderfull video’s every morning.
I am wondering do you have your camara always fixed to the car or tripod ,my video’s taken out of hand are always “moving” a little bit?
Regards Gertru van Tuyll
Adorable. I laughed out loud when the one cub fell into the den opening. I’m glad the hyenas could make you feel a little bit better. I hope your back heals quickly.
AND! (I forgot to add) that picture of the water is amazing. It looks like artwork!
Hi Gertru,
You need to mount a tripod to your vehicle using tie straps of some sort, then you will sort out that camera shake. Alternatively, use a been bag, it’s a must for any wildlife cameraman/photographer.
Happy shooting.
Thank you for providing these wonderful insights into nature that we would never be able to see without you! I look forward to learning more and you never disappoint me. God bless you in your work! Lorrie
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