Friday, June 24, 2011

It was fun to be able to drive through the park with our doors open and hear all the behind the scenes info from the Wildlife Director.   He had the best stories about the animals.


This is a Rhea-- a South American Bird that looks like an Ostrich but is smaller.


One of the local Wood Storks has moved in where he can feel safe and get free food.


This is a Marabou Stork.  This poor guy was moved to this area due to what our Guide said was "spousal abuse."  Apparently hes getting a little old and his spouse had been picking on him. 


Gemsbok-- one of the most striking members of the antelope family.   Just a beautiful animal!
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6 comments:

  1. EstherJune 24, 2011 at 4:24 PM

    What an incredible opportunity to get close up to such interesting animals. I agree, that Gemsbok is just striking. Now that's not something I can say about the rhea or the marabou stork. :)

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  2. patJune 24, 2011 at 6:21 PM

    Oh, what a great expedition! It must've been awesome with that tour guide explaining everything for you. The gemsbok IS definitely arresting--all that contrast and sharp deliniation between colors.

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  3. RedsJune 25, 2011 at 6:37 AM

    Not the kind of animals we see everyday! Great shots!

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  4. AmandaJune 25, 2011 at 9:00 AM

    You made me laugh with the bird spousal abuse comment! Great captures.

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  5. MargaretJune 25, 2011 at 12:24 PM

    Great shots. Such interesting animals!

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  6. Barb CJuly 2, 2011 at 10:09 PM

    So cool! Love all of the animals :-)

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