The bush is certainly not going to be the same. What a beautiful cat with a nature to match. I can find no words to explain the sadness I feel, although I am hoping although it may seem futile, that the Leopard that met it’s demise was not her…
The cub in the picture with Makwela is Hlaba Nkunzi at about 10 weeks & she is growing up to be as beautiful as her mother….may she live as long a life as her Mom!!
Was worth the wait Drew.
Theres a Mum you dont want to mess with.
Great pic
Great shot Drew. Thanks for making the ffort(s) to share this. They are two wonderful animals.
It was rather frustrating dealing with technology at that point but I couldn’t give up!
Drew, thanks for perservering – its a stunning photo, she will be greatly missed by all who knew her, and for those who didnt we can still feel your pain. She has left a legacy and made a difference to many souls, that’s all that any being can ask to do whilst on this earth. Take care and thanks for sharing.
Gorgeous photo! Thank you for sharing. I do hope Makwela is still alive, out there somewhere, safe. If not, she will always "live" in our hearts. Thanks to Leopard Hills for introducing us to such an amazing creature.
Gorgeous photo! Thank you for sharing. I do hope Makwela is still alive, out there somewhere, safe. If not, she will always "live" in our hearts. Thanks to Leopard Hills for introducing us to such an amazing creature.