Reptiles

The Masters of Survival: Geckos, Skinks, Chameleons, and Lizards of the African Bushveld

Posted by Denis on Thu December 12, 2024 in Reptiles, Kruger National Park, Marloth Park, Nature Conservation, Needles Lodge, and African Wildlife.
The Masters of Survival-Flap Neck Chameleon

Explore the reptiles of Kruger National Park and Marloth Park. Discover geckos, skinks, and chameleons in South Africa’s bushveld habitats.

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The Leopard Tortoise: A Spotted Survivor of the African Bush

Posted by Denis on Wed September 18, 2024 in Gamedrive, Safari, Nature Conservation, Fauna and Flora of Kruger National Park, and African Wildlife.
leopard tortoise kruger national park

n the sun-scorched African wilderness, a surprisingly resilient reptile stands out—the Leopard Tortoise (Stigmochelys pardalis). While it may lack the speed of a cheetah or the might of a lion, this tortoise is a master of survival, equipped with a shell so strong it can endure the bite of predators and even withstand being stepped on by an elephant.

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