This is one of my favourite books. I am in love with hyenas and have always been obsessed with living in the African bush. This largely shapes my opinion of this book. The synopsis: Gus and Margie Mills did 12 years of research on the hyenas of the Kalahari. They moved there after university and … More Exploring Hyena Nights and Safari Days: A Book Review
Meet Janine Joubert, mother of two and wildlife videographer. I met Janine a couple of years ago when she visited the previous farm where my husband and I were working and really enjoyed her bubbly personality and her love for the wildlife on this beautiful continent we live on. Where do you work and live? … More Country People – Meet Janine Joubert from Jeffreysbay, Eastern Cape
Introducing Crocuta to a male It was time for Crocuta to no longer be in human company, but be with her own kind. Of all the phases this was the most difficult one for me. How will I know if it will work or not? Wild animals, and actually most animals, cannot really be controlled. … More Raising a spotted Hyena – Part 4
This is the story of Crocuta continued. At around 8/9 months old, Crocuta was still living in and around camp with us. At this point I did not allow her in our house anymore, but on the odd occasion she did come in, she was like a happy child. Jumping on couches and bookshelves and … More Raising a Spotted Hyena – Part 3
Country Living in Southern Africa 