There is no reconciliation without truth. Murray Sinclair
Read MoreLook and think before opening the shutter. The heart and mind are the true lens of the camera.
Yousuf Karsh
Read MoreSkunked: a fishing trip where no fish were caught. Not one bear sighting. What if the salmon never showed up?
Read MoreThe ends of the hairs on grizzly bears’ flanks, backs and shoulders often have white tips and give the bears a “grizzled” appearance, hence the species’ name.
Read MoreGrizzlies are great swimmers. They are also fast, they can sprint faster than 55 kph. Take note - a grizzly will easily outrun, outclimb, and outswim you - so don’t swim with bears!
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Indigenous people have co-existed with bears for thousands of years. At the core the bear represents courage and strength. The bear is seen as protector and healer.
Read MoreDawson turned off the motor and we drifted closer. No doubt about it, the bear knew we were there. He slipped into the water, raised his head as if to say hello, then proceeded about his business of looking for fish. We followed along at a respectful distance.
Read MoreReposted from July 2023.
The pastoralist Samburu people of Northern Kenya believe elephants were once people. Their oral tradition tells the story of how they became the ancestors of the elephant.
Read MoreThe pastoralist Samburu people of Northern Kenya believe elephants were once people. Their oral tradition tells the story of how they became the ancestors of the elephant.
Read MoreWhen your travel agent offers a visit to any establishment that offers touching a wild species as entertainment – say no. Simon Espley – CEO Africa Geographic
Read MoreMany readers were amazed and delighted to see the videos of the Grevy zebra birth in last week’s blog. Tonya Cole commented that she didn’t know there were different species of zebras. I’m sure she wasn’t alone so today’s story highlights the differences between the common zebra and the highly endangered Grevy zebra.
Read MoreImagine my friend and safari guide, Joseph Mutemi’s concern when he came across a Grevy zebra lying alone on the road.
Read MoreOne of the challenges of wildlife photography is to convey the power of an animal without putting oneself in danger.
Read MoreGrowing up in a safe community surrounded by love and a caring is a good predictor of resilience later in life. Enjoy this film about Little Mwana, Murera’s miracle baby, she is off to a good start.
Read MoreA living and thriving nature is not only valuable intrinsically, it is also financially valuable to us.
Ralph Chami PhD.
Read MoreElephants constantly remind us that miracles are possible. - Angela Sheldrick
Read MoreElephant conservation is not an African issue, it's a worldwide issue. Investing and elephants, is investing in the world's biodiversity. Elephants Alive https://elephantsalive.org
Read MoreYou never know how strong you are, until being strong is the only choice you have. – Bob Marley
Read More“This elephant has a lifespan of upwards of 60 years. Even if healing Murera takes a two-year struggle, it is important we try, as she so wants to live.” Dame Daphne Sheldrick
Read MoreI meant what I said and I said what I meant. An elephant's faithful one-hundred percent! Dr. Seuss
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