by Toby Esplin | Feb 12, 2016 | Uncategorized
The Marsh Terrapin (Pelomedusa subrufa) is a common and widespread species throughout much of Sub-Saharan Africa and being semi-aquatic are normally encountered at any stagnant or seasonal water pools found while on safari. After heavy rain storms, it’s not...
by Toby Esplin | Aug 17, 2015 | Uncategorized
The Velvet-spotted Babel Blue (Azanus ubaldus) is a common and widespread species throughout much of Africa, the Middle East and India and is a member of the second largest family of Butterflies, Lycaenidae. The Lycaenids are well known for their association with...
by Toby Esplin | Jul 13, 2015 | Uncategorized
One of the most beautiful big cat species, the Cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus) is one of the most sought after big cats in Africa, though it’s popularity was not always for the same reasons… Cheetah’s once faced being pushed to extinction due to the...
by info@tsd.co.za | Jul 1, 2015 | Uncategorized
The Red-spotted Lily Weevil (Brachycerus ornatus) is a widespread species occurring throughout Southern Africa, though only prevalent in small localalised populations due to its inability to fly. It feeds on a variety of plants, but mostly on the foliage of the...
by info@tsd.co.za | Jul 1, 2015 | Uncategorized
The Nictitating Membrane is a third eyelid that is present in many species, even domestic Dogs and Cats, and is used generally as an extra protection for the eye. The transparency of the membrane varies subject to the density of muscle fibers in the membrane, enabling...
by info@tsd.co.za | Jul 1, 2015 | Uncategorized
The Hippopotamus (Hippopotamus amphibius) has its ears, eyes and nostrils placed on the skull in the perfect position for them to keep the bulk of their large bodies submerged during the heat of the day, helping to prevent dehydration and overheating, while still...
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