I’m coming to the end of another trip to Kruger. I normally post as I go but my interest in this platform is waning hard. But I’m definitely going to post a selection of my faves here for those who may enjoy them while I consider my next move with regard to sharing pictures.
From hell’s dark heart we stab at thee. The oxpeckers riding the behemoth were sold to me as a kid as being benevolent helpers clearing animals of parasites. But they are also parasites themselves. This huge flock are riding this giraffe to pick at an open wound on its back. It’s no good shaking them off. They just swoop back seconds later.
We’ve been seeing more giraffes that ever before so far on our holiday. From youngsters to grizzled veterans towering over the car with their scars and lion-lost tails. While I’m sometimes used to them, I’m still sometimes struck by what zany nonsense creatures they are. Evolution can take you to really strange places if you’re not careful.