The cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus) is a member of the cat family (Felidae) of which both Lion and Leopard are a part of. The Cheetah though, is unique in that it has adapted and evolved for high speed chases over short distances.Check out some of these fascinating adaptations which allow the Cheetah to reach speeds in excess of 100km/hour!

Pied kingfishers (Ceryle rudis) are one of two species which occur in South Africa belonging to the family of Cerylid kingfishers and is reputed to be the world’s longest bird (bill to tail) that is capable of sustained hovering in still air!

Winter seems to be well on its way here in South Africa with plenty of cold weather over the last couple of weeks. The end of the rainy season marks a transition period where the landscape slowly begins to transform from dense stands of lush green trees and grass, to the more subdued shades of browns and oranges. All in all a great time for photography!

This months images ( Martial Eagle in flight, & two young Lions) were taken during the cold winter months last year. Enjoy!

A member of the Big 5, the African or Cape Buffalo is the most formidable african bovid. It is not closely related to wild Asian Water Buffalo despite what many tourists to South Africa believe. There are two species on the African continent, the smaller forest dwelling Red Buffalo (Syncerus caffer nanus) and the larger savanna dwelling Cape Buffalo (Syncerus caffer caffer).

Check out our latest post in the Wildlife category which has a look at the gorgeous European Roller and the origins of its scientific and common names.

Brown hyenas are one of the most interesting and charismatic species on the African continent. Primarily a scavenger, the bulk of their diet consists of carcasses killed by larger predators, though they may supplement their diet with rodents, insects, eggs and fruit.

Wind energy is a very welcome addition to the South African energy mix, and is far ‘cleaner’ than coal-fired energy generation. However, this does not mean that it is without environmental impacts.

This months FREE down-loadable desktop backgrounds are of a majestic male Lion and an inquisitive Water Monitor!