Saturday 6 December 2014

SATURDAY CRITTERS - Animals in Malawi

Ten weeks ago I arrived home from Africa after a 6 week trip and I am now just completing the posts from the first week of my stay in Blantyre, Malawi!  These are the animals from 2 Game Parks that I have not shown you before. So come with me as I show you the Wildebeest that I saw at Game Haven Park.






Then we are travelling about an hour and a half to Majete Wildlife Reserve.  These are some shots taken from the car along the way.



Brahman Cows





Entrance




Warthog




These are the only Kudu Antelope I saw while I was in Africa.  The mysterious colouring and markings on their bodies protect Kudu by hiding them in tall grass or bushes. In case of threat, they usually stand still and become very difficult to spot.  It has the second largest horns in artiodactyl order which can be as long as 187 cm.  Males often have spiral horns with almost 2 or 2 ½ beautiful twists while females don’t have horns at all.  It has the second largest horns in artiodactyl order which can be as long as 187 cm.


Kudu are capable of jumping as high as seven feet.  In order to save themselves from enemies or possible danger, they jump and hide behind the bushes.


If you have been following my blog you will know that I saw quite a number of Elephants, some we had to back away from.  These ones were quite hidden by trees however CLICK HERE & HERE to see good shots and video of previously posts.







Crocodiles sunning themselves in the sand banks.






Another group of Warthog.





After we finished our safari we headed for the Ng'ona Lodge which was close by.  This was a real treat because the food was delicious and the infinity swimming pool was fantastic.  I can certainly can recommend it and would be a lovely place to stay.  





This is my daughter Judith and granddaughter Annika.


After a wonderful day in the Reserve and having been refreshed we made our way home and these last few shots ended a very enjoyable day out.


The Malawian people are selling charcoal 
to be used in lighting a fire over which they cook.  
Most people use wood as it is cheaper.



I hope you enjoyed coming with me to see these animals.

I am linking this post with SATURDAY CRITTERS.

Thank you for visiting and also to those who kindly leave comments.

32 comments:

  1. Africa is a dream trip for me. What an awesome place to see wildlife, so many different animals.. Great sightings and photos, Margaret! Thank you so much for linking up, Have a happy weekend!

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  2. Amazing photos, Margaret! I can't imagine actually being there in the bush with such fantastic animals, even facing up to wild elephants! The people live lives we pampered Americans can't really imagine, thanks for all the great photos.

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  3. What a beautiful scene, the pictures are astounding. My favourites are Wildebeest, lovely.

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  4. You posted a lovely series of pictures Margaret. Africa is a dream destination and i will never forget my own few trips to Africa to see its beautiful birds and animals and to meet the friendly people.

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  5. I love looking at your Africa images Margaret, after all this time in Perth I still sometimes get 'home sick' :)

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  6. Ah! You have been to a place I will likely never see in person. Looks to me like you had a great time there with family.

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  7. What a "Wonderful" post! I'm so happy to have found your blog again, and that I can comment. You have so many great photos for your memory books!

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  8. What amazing wildlife photos, Margaret. I'm amazed at how big and fat the cattle are compared to ours here in Tanzania. Love the Malawian women and also the men on top of the goods on the back of the truck. Brilliant scenes. Have a great day. Jo

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  9. Nice to see all the animals in their natural habitat Margaret...[;o)

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  10. I thoroughly enjoy your posts from Malawi. The photos are marvelous!

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  11. Extraordinary share Margaret. I am always in awe of elephants...those are exemplary images. And the antelope with the curl in their horns...fabulous.

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  12. wildebeests and warthogs are amazing critters!

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  13. Interesting photos. Enjoyed them all. Those are some nasty looking horns on that first animal.

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  14. Fantastic animals! Really great photos! What an incredible trip this must have been! I've enjoyed every entry you have made to take us along...it's the only way I will ever get there, sadly! But I have enjoyed it a lot.

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  15. Wonderful shots of the Wildebeest. I would not like to run into a group of Warthogs.

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  16. Great critter pics, Margaret. And a lovely set of sky pics.
    ~

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  17. Great post and beautiful animals ! Thanks for sharing your wonderful photos !
    Happy weekend :)

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  18. Great pictures! Love visiting your blog to see all the amazing things that your share with us. Have a great weekend!

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  19. How wonderful to see all the animals. What an experience.

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  20. Wonderful set of images. They look dangerous.

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  21. Wow! What an awesome experience to have!

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  22. On that one day you saw more than I ever will :)
    Thank you for taking me along :))
    Have a fine sunday!
    【ツ】Knipsa

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  23. Hi Margaret,
    Wonderful photos of wild animals I have mostly only seen on TV; especially the poor wildebeest, who always gotten eaten by a lion or a croc. Good note they are all safe :)

    Have a Beautiful Day!

    Peace :)

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  24. Great set of pictures - I really do need to go back to Africa - and this time I'll get south of the Sahara!

    Cheers - Stewart M - Melbourne

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  25. So many big animals, bigger than us.

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  26. what a wonderful day. Now I want to go too. :)

    Did you go in an open car? I see no window reflections in those you said was taken from the car.

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  27. Great photos, they show the reasons to go to Africa.

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  28. Admire your shots. What a great trip!
    Thanks for dropping by, Margaret.
    www.1sthappyfamily.com

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