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Anuroop Krishnan Nature Photography
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เข้าร่วมเมื่อ 26 พ.ค. 2024
Lion hunts wildebeest : Nxai Pan National Park
A lion hunts a wildebeest at Nxai Pan National Park, just a few meters away from the main waterhole at Nxai Pan.
Nxai Pan National Park, a 2,500-square-kilometer wilderness in the greater Makgadigadi ecosystem of Botswana, is a haven for wildlife. During the peak dry season, the park's single remaining waterhole becomes the epicenter of wildlife activity. I spent 5 days at Naxi Pan during our month-long adventure of Botswana. Our base at the south camp, just 20 minutes away from the waterhole, allowed us easy access to the chaos that ensued every day.
On our first day, we saw a pride of lions at the waterhole. As the morning progressed, the lions gave way to a young bull elephant, which took its time drinking from the waterhole. However, as the day wore on, the lions retreated to rest. We saw them resting that afternoon too.
The next day, we saw lions at the waterhole again, and noticed an interesting dynamic between a male lion and a nursing lioness. The male was clearly interested in mating, but the lioness, likely with cubs to care for, was more focused on hunting. However, with the male lion present, her chances of success were limited.
The next day, we saw a lioness tracking a wildebeest herd at the waterhole, and positioned herself near an anthill, using the wind to her advantage. As the wildebeest herds approached, she prepared to strike, waiting in ambush till a wildebeest came within her striking range. She took down the first wildebeest that came her way in just a few strides. However, instead of devouring the kill, she guarded her carcass for over 14 hours in the hot desert sun, barely eating and fending off jackals that tried to steal her prize. As the day wore on, a large herd of cape buffalo arrived at the water hole, and the chased the lioness away from her kill
The next day, we returned to the scene to find that the lioness, along with two male lions, had finished the carcass. The lioness was now feeding on the remains, while the males rested in the shade. As we watched, a group of jackals emerged, and in a chaotic and intense scene, they devoured the leftovers, fighting among themselves for the scraps. This was a rare and unforgettable sight. With around 30 jackals feeding on the carcass, the scene was one of intense competition, with each jackal trying to get a share of the remaining food.
This is one of the many stories my friends and I have from Botswana. More videos from this epic adventure on this playlist : th-cam.com/play/PLqCadnJh9f4q0yp7hwdDZBYsfJ6TbHfKr.html
More information on Botswana Footprints, who helped us with our itineraries : botswanafootprints.com/
More information on our car and other camping equipment rental : bushlore.com/
This video and narrative is based on my understanding of lion behaviour. So if any aspects of this are off, please do correct me.
This entire series is a total team effort. While I am narrating the story, the visuals, narrative and series belong to all of us : Anil, Gayathri, Sumeet and me. A big shout-out to Gayathri for her steady hands to get the entire hunt sequence in one shot.
00:00 Intro
01:56 First view of lions
04:09 Sleeping lions
07:18 Lioness and lion walk upto the water hole
09:52 Lioness is interested in a hunt
15:34 Lioness stalks a wildebeest herd
17:28 Lioness hunts wildebeest
20:04 The long wait
23:44 Elephant and lioness
25:03 Large buffalo herd chases lioness away
28:37 Lions leave the carcass
30:10 Jackals at the carcass
32:06 Lioness goes back to the bush
Nxai Pan National Park, a 2,500-square-kilometer wilderness in the greater Makgadigadi ecosystem of Botswana, is a haven for wildlife. During the peak dry season, the park's single remaining waterhole becomes the epicenter of wildlife activity. I spent 5 days at Naxi Pan during our month-long adventure of Botswana. Our base at the south camp, just 20 minutes away from the waterhole, allowed us easy access to the chaos that ensued every day.
On our first day, we saw a pride of lions at the waterhole. As the morning progressed, the lions gave way to a young bull elephant, which took its time drinking from the waterhole. However, as the day wore on, the lions retreated to rest. We saw them resting that afternoon too.
The next day, we saw lions at the waterhole again, and noticed an interesting dynamic between a male lion and a nursing lioness. The male was clearly interested in mating, but the lioness, likely with cubs to care for, was more focused on hunting. However, with the male lion present, her chances of success were limited.
The next day, we saw a lioness tracking a wildebeest herd at the waterhole, and positioned herself near an anthill, using the wind to her advantage. As the wildebeest herds approached, she prepared to strike, waiting in ambush till a wildebeest came within her striking range. She took down the first wildebeest that came her way in just a few strides. However, instead of devouring the kill, she guarded her carcass for over 14 hours in the hot desert sun, barely eating and fending off jackals that tried to steal her prize. As the day wore on, a large herd of cape buffalo arrived at the water hole, and the chased the lioness away from her kill
The next day, we returned to the scene to find that the lioness, along with two male lions, had finished the carcass. The lioness was now feeding on the remains, while the males rested in the shade. As we watched, a group of jackals emerged, and in a chaotic and intense scene, they devoured the leftovers, fighting among themselves for the scraps. This was a rare and unforgettable sight. With around 30 jackals feeding on the carcass, the scene was one of intense competition, with each jackal trying to get a share of the remaining food.
This is one of the many stories my friends and I have from Botswana. More videos from this epic adventure on this playlist : th-cam.com/play/PLqCadnJh9f4q0yp7hwdDZBYsfJ6TbHfKr.html
More information on Botswana Footprints, who helped us with our itineraries : botswanafootprints.com/
More information on our car and other camping equipment rental : bushlore.com/
This video and narrative is based on my understanding of lion behaviour. So if any aspects of this are off, please do correct me.
This entire series is a total team effort. While I am narrating the story, the visuals, narrative and series belong to all of us : Anil, Gayathri, Sumeet and me. A big shout-out to Gayathri for her steady hands to get the entire hunt sequence in one shot.
00:00 Intro
01:56 First view of lions
04:09 Sleeping lions
07:18 Lioness and lion walk upto the water hole
09:52 Lioness is interested in a hunt
15:34 Lioness stalks a wildebeest herd
17:28 Lioness hunts wildebeest
20:04 The long wait
23:44 Elephant and lioness
25:03 Large buffalo herd chases lioness away
28:37 Lions leave the carcass
30:10 Jackals at the carcass
32:06 Lioness goes back to the bush
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This entire series is done so well with beautiful storytelling. It transported me to a place I’ve never been before-that’s what great stories do. Amazing work.
How I wish I could have seen this video before my recent trip to Moremi game reserve.. Was lucky enough to witness a hunt and kill but my camera was all over the place, now I realise I should have zoomed out.. 🤣🤣🤣🙈
Seeing a kill in a desert habitat is extra special. Glad we were together at that epic moment.
So wonderful to find this video. Was there a few years ago. Great shot of the lioness in the background watching the impala! And waw that hunt video! And she is a good hunter.
Thank you! Yes - she is a good hunter !
Sumeet & Anuroop, You guys are cool & amazing. Sumeet's knowledge of African geography & wildlife is fascinating. Fantastic video. Well done
Thank you so much!
Hello, superbe video. I will be there in April and booked a flight with them. Thank you for this magnificent images!!! I heard and see Okavango when I was young at the TV and said that one day I will go there. Can't wait.
Thanks a lot! Have a great time there!
Hello ! Amazing ! I will be there on April and I learned o lot with your video, thanks. Can't wait !
Thank you! Have a great time at Naxi Pan!
Fantastic filming. Thank you.
Thank you!
Epic!
Thank you! You've seen the 'making of' of this.
Sound nahi a raha hai
Incredible. I like the Alpha Meerkat's body language. Very Nicely Shot and explained.
Thank you Rahul Bhaiya!! 🙏🙏
भाई इतना पढ़े लेकिन यह नॉलेज नहीं पता था कि यह की फीडिंग कराई जाती थी जानवरों को बहुत ही अच्छी जानकारी दी भाई आपने
Thank you sir 🙏
नाइस कॉन्सेप्ट बाय फॉरेस्ट डिपार्मेंट तो स्टार्ट सफारी
Indeed! 🙏🙏
🎉🎉🎉
🎉🎉very nice video...size of this forest.?
Thank you sir. I don't know the exact area of the forest - this link may have more info - grasslandsafari.org/tours/grassland-safari/
Another incredible episode. You took me almost there to the meerkats. I was there with Gweta guys. Planet baobab is better atleast the guide keep track of the meerkats. We too slept on the pan and was an incredible experience. Thank you for sharing.
Thanks Subrat! Glad you liked it. Absolutely agree - planet baobab does a great job
Brilliant video. Thank you!
Thank you :)
what a evening it was 👍 Beautiful clips and shots
Indeed! Thanks Anil!
Such a nice video. Looks like you had lots of fun. I use to wonder how these meerkats not afraid to come near humans. Got the answer today.
Thank you :) !
Broooo the alpha male eating the lizard shot was insane🌟
Thank you :)
Beautifully done mate. Some of those wide angle clips are amaze 🫢🤩
Thanks buddy. I think the next time I am only carrying an action camera for meerkats.
One of the best Botswana trip report, I have seen. Amazing night photography. I have been to Botswana twice - was there in July 2024 for 3 weeks. It's all about really up close with nature and pure adventure. I must say, wonderful milky way photography. Kubu island for sure next time. Waiting for your Gweta video.
Thank you for your kind comment Subrat! Nice to hear from you. Just caught up on your videos from Botswana too - lovely stuff! We also spent time at Nxai Pan. And congrats on wild dogs - we didn't see them. How much time did you spend at Savuti?
Glad you liked the Botswana video. Seeing wild dogs was a dream. I got emotional when i first saw them in 2017 while on our way from Moremi to Khwai. This time, i wanted to see wild dog puppies and yes we saw them at Savuti. We spent 4 nights at Savuti, two great mornings with the puppies - almost alone.
11:12 amazing shottttt 😮😮😮😮😮
thank you :D
Nice work , video and voice over awesome
thank you :)
Amazing snaps 👌 kudos to all the hard work you folks did here 👍 For me, drive to kubu is a great memory :)
Yeah, crazy drive! I thought we'd be camping somewhere out there :D
Thanks for the shout out 😎🙏🏻 You got some amazing shots!! Well done for persevering after getting lost on day one - I know how deflating a setback like that can be.
thank you for the kind words :), and for putting all the information out there!
waiting for next video ❤
thank you for all your kind comments :) - the next one is underway, they're taking a little longer to edit than i expected :)
@AnuroopKrishnanPhotography that means you are cooking a great video ⭐🔥
Interesting I'm a Zimbabwean ❤wildlife filmmaker
Thank you for stopping by, a few more videos coming up from our Botswana trip :)
Another set of beautiful memories from our trip.
indeed, and thank you for all the footage! Kubu and that mad adventure driving to and back loading :)
I have seen wolf once at my hometown Vasai fort at Mumbai.
Amazing, I didn't know wolves are seen so close to Mumbai.
Voiceover is deep, meaningful and ❤️
Thank you so much!!
I have had several sightings of tiger, two sightings of leopard and one sighting of hyena. Would like to see wolves once.
Free ranging dogs or feral dogs also called stray dogs are greatest threats to Indian Wolves in particular and wildlife in general.
Agree 100% - not just to wolves, but threat to wildlife across habitats in India. It's a lot more apparent in grasslands.
Great Video!! Thanks for sharing! Seeing Indian Wolves in wild is my goal!❤
Beautiful work, Subscribed from another wild canid lover 😍😍
Thank you!
कभी कभी लागता हे इंडियन फोटोग्राफी कॉन्टेस्ट्स एक बडा 🤡 जोक हे, manipulated images are awareded.
Buffalo इमेज सुंदर!!!!👌
Thank you!
great start to the series !!!
i think we shuld preserve indian wolf for future
100%
Awe inspiring. Thanks for sharing
thank you so much! Glad you liked it :)
Lovely narrative. That last shot of the ellies at 4:41 is epic. Absolutely print worthy.
Thanks buddy - a few prints from this trip :D, we may need more walls.
Awesome narration. Subscribed immediately.
Thank you so much, glad you liked it!
Looking forward to this 😃💪🏻
🙌 Thanks so much for stopping by @TheSafariExpert, made my day! Your channel has been an inspiration, and your videos helped us plan this trip better. Thank you :)
What an awesome trailer :)
Thanks Baba!
Great..it took me back there👌
:D
Great trailer Anuroop! Brings back so many trip memories.
thank you!
Awesome trailer bud. Looking forward to the first video now.
Thanks macha! The heliopter ride video coming up soon :)
Sir is it possible to do macro with Mobile cameras?
So, it is possible to do macro photography with a smartphone camera : I had done a trip to Goa in 2012 with just a Nokia 1020, and quite liked the results. It is important to keep in mind that we're mostly talking macro - scapes, and not necessarily close-ups. Smartphones don't come with the same kind of magnification that macro lenses come with, but I love the macro scapes that they produce.
Very useful video. Thank you.
thank you :)