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3 White Lion Cubs Born Wild in South Africa 

The birth of three white lion cubs in the wild marked an incredible day for conservation. This story is part of an ongoing white lion project in South Africa’s Eastern Cape Province. Read their story here.

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How 1920s Cattle Farm Became Land of Leopards

Londolozi is one of the most famous private game reserves in the world. But it wasn’t always a renowned haven for wildlife; in fact, the lands of the reserve were once on the verge of extinction. This is the story of how a hundred years of conservation efforts created an environment that produces the best leopard sightings in the world.

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When a Wild Lion’s Collar Stops Working

When a wild lioness’s tracking collar stops working, it takes a skilled team and plenty of patience to step in. At Selati Game Reserve, members of the Tintswalo Safari team recently assisted in a high-stakes recollaring mission, where locating and sedating the lioness without a functioning GPS was only the beginning. From darting to detailed health checks, and finally securing the perfect collar fit, this behind-the-scenes look reveals the precision and care that goes into protecting one of Africa’s most iconic predators.

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