Predator News

Read Andrei's latest blog about the predators in the NE Tuli Game Reserve. 

Lions

As usual the central pride was seen almost every day and the cubs were yet again playful. Matswane, the dominant male lion, has been spending some time away from the central females. You see, his reign as king-of-Mashatu seems to be hanging in the balance. The cause of his concern – three young adult males. This coalition, which spends most of their time in the western parts of the reserve, is moving rapidly around the area and hearing them roar at night gives you some indication of where they are, but not necessarily where they’re going next. Matswane has been spending more time patrolling his western territory border and although the three young males are respectful of his mere presence and keep their distance, their time of reigning as kings is soon to come – it’s inevitable…read more