A2A Safaris - wildlife photographyhttps://www.a2asafaris.com/africa/blog/tags/wildlife-photographyenQ&A with Ross Couper, Singita’s Resident Wildlife Photographerhttps://www.a2asafaris.com/africa/blog/qa-ross-couper-singita%E2%80%99s-resident-wildlife-photographer<div class="body text-field" property="content:encoded"><p>Singita Field Guide, Ross Couper, is one of the most well-known and -respected wildlife photographers in Africa. He is the man behind the lens of many of the images that you see on this blog and his stunning black-and-white prints adorn the walls of our head office in Cape Town. Ross’ lifelong passion for the...</p>
</div><div class="field-tags field-items"><div class="field-label">Tags: </div><div class="field-item even " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/people-singita" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">People of Singita</a></div><div class="field-item odd " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/ross-couper" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Ross Couper</a></div><div class="field-item even " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/sabi-sand" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Sabi Sand</a></div><div class="field-item odd " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/singita-field-guide" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Singita Field Guide</a></div><div class="field-item even " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/wildlife-photography" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">wildlife photography</a></div></div>Thu, 05 Apr 2018 07:00:00 +0000Anonymous2775 at https://www.a2asafaris.com/africahttps://www.a2asafaris.com/africa/blog/qa-ross-couper-singita%E2%80%99s-resident-wildlife-photographer#commentsTop 5 Wildlife Photography Tips from our Field Guideshttps://www.a2asafaris.com/africa/blog/top-5-wildlife-photography-tips-our-field-guides<div class="body text-field" property="content:encoded"><p>Traveling to a new destination often sparks an interest in how to capture your memories best. The challenge begins before you even arrive at the lodge, as you will most likely spot birds and wildlife as you drive through the bush – don’t be surprised to see a few members of the <a href="http://singita.com/wildlife-reports/" target="_blank">Big 5</a> either! To ensure that you don’t miss any opportunities for the perfect shot, our field guides have compiled their five best tips to help you capture those magical moments:</p>
<p><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-15365" src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/phot_tips_1.jpg" alt="Wildlife Photography Tips by Ross Couper at Singita" width="770" height="365" srcset="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/phot_tips_1-300x142.jpg 300w, http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/phot_tips_1-768x365.jpg 768w, http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/phot_tips_1.jpg 770w" sizes="(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px" /></p>
<h2>1. Practice & preparation</h2>
<p>If you aren’t already completely familiar with your equipment, it’s best to learn the functions of your camera before you depart for your safari. Take the time to read your manual thoroughly and take a few photos at home to get a feel for your camera. Understanding the basics will allow you to maximize your results without having to learn as you go.</p>
<h2>2. Getting the perfect shot</h2>
<p>A sharp photograph is achieved by having a steady hand or using a beanbag. In low light conditions it is preferable to use a beanbag to support your camera to avoid movement or camera shake. Increasing your shutter speed will enable you to capture movement more sharply, and this is achieved by increasing your ISO or reducing your exposure when in aperture mode.</p>
<p><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-15366" src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/phot_tips_2.jpg" alt="Wildlife Photography Tips by Ross Couper at Singita" width="770" height="351" srcset="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/phot_tips_2-300x137.jpg 300w, http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/phot_tips_2-768x351.jpg 768w, http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/phot_tips_2.jpg 770w" sizes="(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px" /></p>
<h2>3. Think ahead</h2>
<p>Try and predict the movement of your subject. Listen carefully to the advice provided by your guide as they will often be able to interpret the animal behaviour before it takes place and thus put you in the best position for a photograph.</p>
<h2>4. Put it in manual</h2>
<p>Aperture priority or manual mode are the preferred choices when shooting wildlife. Aperture priority would be easier to adjust to if it is your first time experimenting with something other than autofocus selection.</p>
<h2>5. Get down and dirty</h2>
<p>Focus on the smaller stuff by getting down on ground level. An eye-level photograph is much more engaging and it’s not everyday that you get to be eye-to-eye with a chameleon or a tortoise.</p>
<p><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-15367" src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/phot_tips_3.jpg" alt="Wildlife Photography Tips by Ross Couper at Singita" width="770" height="415" srcset="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/phot_tips_3-300x162.jpg 300w, http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/phot_tips_3-768x414.jpg 768w, http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/phot_tips_3.jpg 770w" sizes="(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px" /></p>
<p>Singita’s guides are extremely experienced in both bush knowledge and photography, and are always available to offer advice or assistance. If you are an avid photographer and you are looking for a specific type of shot during your safari, let the guide know in advance. Also, it doesn’t take a great camera or lens to make an incredible photograph; this is often achieved through the combination of a good angle, the right light and an ideal subject. Mobile phones will enable some interesting moments that can be e-mailed right away to family and friends back home, so get snapping and take it all in!</p>
<p><em>Photos here by Field Guide <a href="http://singita.com/tag/ross-couper/" target="_blank">Ross Couper</a>, whose passion for photography is explained in <a href="http://singita.com/ross-couper-field-guide-and-wildlife-photographer/" target="_blank">this interview</a> with SA Tourism. Follow us on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/singita_/" target="_blank">Instagram</a> to see more stunning photos from our Field Guides. </em></p>
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</div><div class="field-tags field-items"><div class="field-label">Tags: </div><div class="field-item even " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/experience" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Experience</a></div><div class="field-item odd " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/photography" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Photography</a></div><div class="field-item even " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/wildlife-photography" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">wildlife photography</a></div></div>Mon, 08 Feb 2016 07:54:54 +0000Anonymous1876 at https://www.a2asafaris.com/africahttps://www.a2asafaris.com/africa/blog/top-5-wildlife-photography-tips-our-field-guides#commentsSharing the fun on Facebookhttps://www.a2asafaris.com/africa/blog/sharing-the-fun-facebook<div class="body text-field" property="content:encoded"><p>Singita’s <a href="https://www.facebook.com/singita.gamereserves" target="_blank">Facebook page</a> is a treasure trove of gorgeous wildlife photography, shared stories from guests, snapshots from the lodges and real-time updates from our field guides. It’s a great way to see what happens out on game drive and behind the scenes at each of our 12 lodges and camps, and see stunning photos of your favourite African animals. In case you haven’t yet liked our page, here is a quick recap of the most recent posts:</p>
<div id="attachment_12768" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width: 648px"><a href="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/facebook_1.png"><img class="size-full wp-image-12768" alt="Singita on Facebook" src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/facebook_1.png" width="638" height="960" /></a><br /><p class="wp-caption-text">The Lilac-breasted Roller is one of the few species of birds that are adding colour to the dry bush veld during this season. These birds get their name from the aerial acrobatics they perform during courtship or territorial flights. Rollers are often spotted quite quickly in the bush as they often perch prominently whilst hunting, in search of insects on the ground.</p>
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<div id="attachment_12769" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width: 970px"><a href="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/facebook_2.jpg"><img class="size-full wp-image-12769" alt="Singita on Facebook" src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/facebook_2.jpg" width="960" height="576" /></a><br /><p class="wp-caption-text">It is that time of year again, when guests at Singita Mara River Tented Camp are treated to one of the greatest shows on earth. Our Camp Manager, Robyn, just gave us the following update:<br />“The last few days we have seen the small oxbow of land in front of the camp embellished by a sea of black. Thousands of wildebeest have littered the plains in front of us each morning. As morning turns to afternoon, the cries of thousands crescendo as the wildebeest begin to plunge down the steep banks attempting to cross the Mara River. Our guests have been lucky enough to view crossings a mere 10 minutes drive from the lodge. We can hear and see them straight from the decks of the camp!”</p>
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<div id="attachment_12770" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width: 970px"><a href="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/facebook_3.jpg"><img class="size-full wp-image-12770" alt="Singita on Facebook" src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/facebook_3.jpg" width="960" height="428" /></a><br /><p class="wp-caption-text">Agility perfected at a young age: A leopard dance of a different kind.</p>
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<div id="attachment_12771" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width: 970px"><a href="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/facebook_4.jpg"><img class="size-full wp-image-12771" alt="Singita on Facebook" src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/facebook_4.jpg" width="960" height="640" /></a><br /><p class="wp-caption-text">The view from your veranda at Singita Sasakwa Lodge is simply breathtaking. With nothing but the vast expanse of the Serengeti before you, there is no better way to spend an afternoon!</p>
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<div id="attachment_12772" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width: 970px"><a href="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/facebook_5.jpg"><img class="size-full wp-image-12772" alt="Singita on Facebook" src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/facebook_5.jpg" width="960" height="639" /></a><br /><p class="wp-caption-text">It’s almost that time of day in the bush – afternoon high tea. The pastry chefs are placing the last minute touches to some special items in honour of World Lion Day.</p>
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<p><em>You can follow Singita on various social media platforms, including <a href="https://www.facebook.com/singita.gamereserves" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/Singita_" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, <a href="https://instagram.com/singita_/" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/singitareserves/" target="_blank">Pinterest</a> and <a href="https://vimeo.com/singita" target="_blank">Vimeo</a>. All of these feeds can be seen together on the <a href="http://singita.com/social/" target="_blank">Social page of our website</a>. </em></p>
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</div><div class="field-tags field-items"><div class="field-label">Tags: </div><div class="field-item even " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/kruger-national-park" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Kruger National Park</a></div><div class="field-item odd " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/singita-mara-river-tented-camp" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Singita Mara River Tented Camp</a></div><div class="field-item even " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/singita-sasakwa-lodge" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Singita Sasakwa Lodge</a></div><div class="field-item odd " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/wildlife" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Wildlife</a></div><div class="field-item even " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/facebook" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Facebook</a></div><div class="field-item odd " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/wildlife-photography" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">wildlife photography</a></div></div>Fri, 21 Aug 2015 15:36:17 +0000Anonymous1485 at https://www.a2asafaris.com/africahttps://www.a2asafaris.com/africa/blog/sharing-the-fun-facebook#commentsRoss Couper: Field Guide and Wildlife Photographerhttps://www.a2asafaris.com/africa/blog/ross-couper-field-guide-and-wildlife-photographer<div class="body text-field" property="content:encoded"><p><a href="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/ross_couper_12.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-9299" alt="Singita Field Guide Ross Couper" src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/ross_couper_12.jpg" /></a></p>
<p>Field Guide <a href="http://singita.com/blog/tag/ross-couper/" target="_blank">Ross Couper</a> and his stunning wildlife photographs will be no stranger to regular readers of this blog. His keen eye for animals in interesting situations and the gorgeous landscapes surrounding our lodges have produced some of the finest photos we’ve ever had the privilege of publishing.</p>
<p><a href="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/ross_couper_1.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-9288" alt="Copyright Ross Couper" src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/ross_couper_1.jpg" /></a></p>
<p>Born in Zimbabwe, Ross grew up at <a href="http://www.zimparks.org/index.php/parks-overview/national/matobo" target="_blank">Matopos National Park</a>, where his father was Park Warden, and developed a deep love for capturing nature through painting and sculpture. The impracticalities of these art forms for an enthusiastic traveller like Ross brought forth an interest in photography as a way of documenting his surroundings. In this excerpt from his interview with the South African Tourism blog, he explains more about his passion for photography:</p>
<p><a href="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/ross_couper_6.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-9293" alt="Copyright Ross Couper" src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/ross_couper_6.jpg" /></a></p>
<p><strong>Q: When did your passion for wildlife photography begin?</strong><br />
A: Photography happened because of a “don’t know what to get you for Christmas” situation with my wife. As a result she purchased my first camera with the hope of getting on top of my ‘Best Ever Christmas Gift’ list. In short, she has been up there ever since 2009. I had a great interest in art, however due to travelling the globe it limited my scope to take my art further, so receiving a camera was an outlet to capture my artistic view on life during my travels.</p>
<p><a href="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/ross_couper_2.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-9289" alt="Copyright Ross Couper" src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/ross_couper_2.jpg" /></a></p>
<p><strong>Q: What inspires your images?</strong><br />
A: Finding an artistic view of capturing a unique moment. Capturing an image where the viewer will be in awe of how the image was captured and evoke a feeling of being in the moment when it occurred. As a wildlife artist, I always had an idea in my head before putting it onto canvas and I find that I have the same inclination when it comes to my photography. I am a photographer that prefers to take time to really study my subjects. I like to effectively capture moments that showcase the beauty of the wildlife in Africa and the scenery that embraces in every inch of the content.</p>
<p><a href="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/ross_couper_3.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-9290" alt="Copyright Ross Couper" src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/ross_couper_3.jpg" /></a></p>
<p><a href="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/ross_couper_11.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-9298" alt="Copyright Ross Couper" src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/ross_couper_11.jpg" /></a></p>
<p><strong>Q: How would you describe your style of photography?</strong><br />
A: I have a strong drive to acquire uniqueness in my images, by capturing the beauty of the African surroundings and its wildlife, with the hope that my photography will inspire people around the world to travel and visit the wild areas of Africa and experience the imagery that has been captured first hand. I’d describe my style of photography as artistic. I enjoy portraying a wildlife subject as if it were stepping out of the frame and engulfing the viewer to feel as though they were in the moment. Captivating an audience to view an image and wonder, just how was this photograph was captured. A profound quote by Anne Geddes that inspires me: “The best images are the ones that retain their strength and impact over the years, regardless of the number of times they are viewed”.</p>
<p><a href="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/ross_couper_4.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-9291" alt="Copyright Ross Couper" src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/ross_couper_4.jpg" /></a></p>
<p><a href="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/ross_couper_10.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-9297" alt="Copyright Ross Couper" src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/ross_couper_10.jpg" /></a></p>
<p><strong>Q: What are the challenges regarding wildlife photography, and what attributes should a wildlife photographer have?</strong><br />
A: Patience, timing, light, subject availability are all just a few requirements that come to mind. There are always challenges but I believe it’s how you overcome a challenge that makes you a great photographer. For instance if the light is fading and you don’t get the shot you are looking for, keep persistent to attaining that image, go out again, focus on the goal and keep trying. I can recall an event where I was due to service my car and on route out of the National Park during a day off, I was informed that there was a leopard and two cubs sitting on a rocky outcrop within an hour’s detour to my route out of the park. I called the car dealership and mentioned I was running late. Finding the leopard on the rock and getting a glimpse of the leopard cubs resulted in me sitting in the back of the car with my eye glued to my cameras view finder for 5 hours waiting for a perfect view. After calling the car dealership for the third time I knew it would be better just to cancel as this was an opportunity of a lifetime.</p>
<p><a href="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/ross_couper_5.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-9292" alt="Copyright Ross Couper" src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/ross_couper_5.jpg" /></a></p>
<p><a href="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/ross_couper_9.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-9296" alt="Copyright Ross Couper" src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/ross_couper_9.jpg" /></a></p>
<p><strong>Q: What would you say to foreigners wanting to come and visit South Africa’s wild spaces?</strong><br />
A; What are you waiting for? There is no place like Africa. It’s place where you cry when you arrive due its beauty and you will cry when you leave because of it’s beautiful people. It will engulf you and sink deep into heart as a special place that you will always return to. It’s a soul enriching visit.</p>
<p><a href="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/ross_couper_7.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-9294" alt="Copyright Ross Couper" src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/ross_couper_7.jpg" /></a></p>
<p><a href="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/ross_couper_8.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-9295" alt="Copyright Ross Couper" src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/ross_couper_8.jpg" /></a></p>
<p><em>Read the full interview on the <a href="http://www.southafrica.net/blog/en/posts/entry/photographer-profile-singitas-ross-couper" target="_blank">South African Tourism blog</a> and <a href="http://instagram.com/singita_" target="_blank">follow us on Instagram</a> to see more of his beautiful photos from the bush.</em></p>
<p>The post <a href="http://singita.com/blog/ross-couper-field-guide-and-wildlife-photographer/">Ross Couper: Field Guide and Wildlife Photographer</a> appeared first on <a href="http://singita.com">Singita</a>.</p>
</div><div class="field-tags field-items"><div class="field-label">Tags: </div><div class="field-item even " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/did-you-know" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Did You Know?</a></div><div class="field-item odd " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/general" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">General</a></div><div class="field-item even " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/people-singita" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">People of Singita</a></div><div class="field-item odd " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/ross-couper" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Ross Couper</a></div><div class="field-item even " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/wildlife-photography" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">wildlife photography</a></div></div>Mon, 04 May 2015 14:39:54 +0000Anonymous1311 at https://www.a2asafaris.com/africahttps://www.a2asafaris.com/africa/blog/ross-couper-field-guide-and-wildlife-photographer#commentsTop 10 Most Liked Photos on Instagramhttps://www.a2asafaris.com/africa/blog/top-10-most-liked-photos-instagram<div class="body text-field" property="content:encoded"><div id="attachment_10908" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width: 640px"><a href="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/instagram_2.jpg"><img class="size-full wp-image-10908 " alt="Top 10 most liked photos on Instagram" src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/instagram_2.jpg" width="630" height="630" /></a><br /><p class="wp-caption-text">1. He’s done it again… The amazing field guide and wildlife photographer that is Ross Couper captures the most wonderful leopard mother/cub image at Singita – quite brilliant (Jan 2015)</p>
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<p>This leopard mother and cub photo by field guide and photographer <a href="http://singita.com/blog/tag/ross-couper/" target="_blank">Ross Couper</a>, posted on Friday afternoon, quickly became the most ‘liked’ image on <a href="http://www.instagram.com/singita_" target="_blank">Singita’s Instagram page</a>. Ross is also responsible for the second most popular image from <a href="http://instagram.com/singita_/" target="_blank">@Singita_</a>; the equally remarkable lion pride parade pictured below.</p>
<div id="attachment_10909" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width: 640px"><a href="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/instagram_3.jpg"><img class="size-full wp-image-10909 " alt="Top 10 most liked photos on Instagram" src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/instagram_3.jpg" width="630" height="630" /></a><br /><p class="wp-caption-text">2. Beat that for a group photo! Field guide Ross Couper at Singita Sabi Sand says: “As the honey coloured morning light filtered through the mist on the horizon, we knew we were in for a very good morning…” (May 2014)</p>
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<p>The photograph was so popular that we thought you might like to see the rest of the Top 10 most ‘liked’ images from the past 18 months. Leopards are the subject of three of the photographs but are outweighed, so to speak, by shots of elephants; they feature four times. The early morning lion patrol, an affectionate baby rhino and some very fluffy cheetahs also make it onto the list. We hope that you enjoy these wonderful images from our very special corner of the world:</p>
<div id="attachment_10910" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width: 640px"><a href="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/instagram_4.jpg"><img class="size-full wp-image-10910" alt="Top 10 most liked photos on Instagram" src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/instagram_4.jpg" width="630" height="630" /></a><br /><p class="wp-caption-text">3. Rather superb photo via @margauxknuppe of three elephants lining up for a group shot at the hide in Singita Pamushana Lodge (Oct 2014)</p>
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<div id="attachment_10911" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width: 640px"><a href="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/instagram_5.jpg"><img class="size-full wp-image-10911" alt="Top 10 most liked photos on Instagram" src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/instagram_5.jpg" width="630" height="630" /></a><br /><p class="wp-caption-text">4. Heartwarming shot of a cheetah and cub captured by guide Alfred Ngwarai at Singita Grumeti. (Sept 2014)</p>
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<div id="attachment_10912" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width: 640px"><a href="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/instagram_6.jpg"><img class="size-full wp-image-10912" alt="Top 10 most liked photos on Instagram" src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/instagram_6.jpg" width="630" height="630" /></a><br /><p class="wp-caption-text">5. Magnificent shot of the Ravenscourt female leopard and youngster by @jonobuffey, who captured ‘The Look’ at Singita Sabi Sand (Oct 2014)</p>
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<div id="attachment_10913" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width: 640px"><a href="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/instagram_7.jpg"><img class="size-full wp-image-10913" alt="Top 10 most liked photos on Instagram" src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/instagram_7.jpg" width="630" height="630" /></a><br /><p class="wp-caption-text">6. This is an extraordinarily powerful photo, taken by Hilary O’Leary. She works for the equestrian program at Malilangwe Wildlife Reserve – 130,000 acres of wilderness in Zimbabwe, in which Singita Pamushana is located. Her photo is of a baby black rhino nudging a scout with his rifle. The image is made even more pertinent by the fact that only 750 rhinos still survive in the country, according to the Zimbabwe Parks and Wildlife Authority. (Feb 2014)</p>
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<div id="attachment_10914" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width: 640px"><a href="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/instagram_8.jpg"><img class="size-full wp-image-10914" alt="Top 10 most liked photos on Instagram" src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/instagram_8.jpg" width="630" height="630" /></a><br /><p class="wp-caption-text">7. Two of our most valued guests at Singita Pamushana Lodge. (Sept 2014)</p>
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<div id="attachment_10915" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width: 640px"><a href="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/instagram_9.jpg"><img class="size-full wp-image-10915 " alt="Top 10 most liked photos on Instagram" src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/instagram_9.jpg" width="630" height="630" /></a><br /><p class="wp-caption-text">8. So you just settle down post-lunch and think about a dip when along comes a herd of 30 elephants for a drink at the bar. Or, in this case, the pool. Nothing for it but to grab a camera, as Singita Serengeti House guest, Evan Visconti, did. (Aug 2014)</p>
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<div id="attachment_10907" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width: 640px"><a href="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/instagram_1.jpg"><img class="size-full wp-image-10907" alt="Top 10 most liked photos on Instagram" src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/instagram_1.jpg" width="630" height="630" /></a><br /><p class="wp-caption-text">9. View from the comfy seats, as seen by @fatmalfalasi at Singita Boulders Lodge. Put yourself in her seat… (Jul 2014)</p>
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<div id="attachment_10916" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width: 640px"><a href="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/instagram_10.jpg"><img class="size-full wp-image-10916" alt="Top 10 most liked photos on Instagram" src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/instagram_10.jpg" width="630" height="630" /></a><br /><p class="wp-caption-text">10. Powerful leopard kill image from field guide Barry Peiser at Singita Kruger National Park (Oct 2014)</p>
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<p><em>For more spectacular photographs from Singita’s lodges and camps, join the roughly 5,300 other Instagram followers on our account. Our guests can also tag their own photos with <a href="http://singita.com/oursingita/" target="_blank">#OurSingita</a>, so that they may appear on our digital scrapbook – <a href="http://singita.com/oursingita/" target="_blank">visit the page</a> to share in their Singita experiences.</em></p>
<p>The post <a href="http://singita.com/blog/top-10-most-liked-photos-on-instagram/">Top 10 Most Liked Photos on Instagram</a> appeared first on <a href="http://singita.com">Singita</a>.</p>
</div><div class="field-tags field-items"><div class="field-label">Tags: </div><div class="field-item even " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/experience" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Experience</a></div><div class="field-item odd " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/wildlife" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Wildlife</a></div><div class="field-item even " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/wildlife-photography" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">wildlife photography</a></div></div>Mon, 02 Feb 2015 13:28:07 +0000Anonymous1224 at https://www.a2asafaris.com/africahttps://www.a2asafaris.com/africa/blog/top-10-most-liked-photos-instagram#commentsRecent Facebook Highlightshttps://www.a2asafaris.com/africa/blog/recent-facebook-highlights<div class="body text-field" property="content:encoded"><p>Singita’s <a href="https://www.facebook.com/singita.gamereserves" target="_blank">Facebook</a> community has always been an active space where guests and fans share their thoughts and memories alongside beautiful snapshots by our rangers in the bush. In particular, there have been a number of stunning wildlife photos posted by field guide <a href="http://singita.com/?s=Ross+Couper" target="_blank">Ross Couper</a> from <a href="http://singita.com/regions/singita-sabi-sand/" target="_blank">Singita Sabi Sand</a> recently that have been shared far and wide. Here is a brief selection:</p>
<div id="attachment_9815" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width: 640px"><a href="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/facebook_7.jpg"><img class="size-full wp-image-9815" alt="facebook_7" src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/facebook_7.jpg" width="630" height="419" /></a><br /><p class="wp-caption-text">A pack of wild dog entertained each other, whilst guests watched in awe at the social interactions taking place. A perfect spring morning.</p>
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<div id="attachment_9814" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width: 640px"><a href="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/facebook_6.jpg"><img class="size-full wp-image-9814" alt="facebook_6" src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/facebook_6.jpg" width="630" height="949" /></a><br /><p class="wp-caption-text">A tender moment of an elephant calf that was deserted and shortly afterwards adopted by another female elephant.</p>
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<div id="attachment_9813" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width: 640px"><a href="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/facebook_5.jpg"><img class="size-full wp-image-9813" alt="facebook_5" src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/facebook_5.jpg" width="630" height="949" /></a><br /><p class="wp-caption-text">Confident, self assured, tranquil – a few words that come to mind whilst watching the Nyeleti male leopard grooming himself.</p>
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<div id="attachment_9812" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width: 640px"><a href="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/facebook_4.jpg"><img class="size-full wp-image-9812" alt="Facebook Highlights - Singita - Copyright Ross Couper" src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/facebook_4.jpg" width="630" height="353" /></a><br /><p class="wp-caption-text">A young male leopard keeps attentive to his surroundings as the afternoon light fades to darkness.</p>
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<p>You can see more of Singita Sabi Sand’s wildlife and landscapes in this “week in the life” video, shot by another of our talented field guides, <a href="http://singita.com/?s=Dylan+Brandt" target="_blank">Dylan Brandt</a>:</p>
<p><iframe src="//player.vimeo.com/video/93614971" width="480" height="272" frameborder="0" title="Singita Sabi Sand - A week in video" webkitallowfullscreen="" mozallowfullscreen="" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></p>
<p><em><a href="https://www.facebook.com/singita.gamereserves" target="_blank">Follow us on Facebook</a> and join 13 000 other wildlife lovers who get regular updates from all twelve lodges in South Africa, Zimbabwe and Tanzania. One such example is <a href="https://www.facebook.com/singita.gamereserves/posts/853199798048243" target="_blank">this incredible face-off</a> between a hippo and a pride of lions, captured by a guest.</em></p>
<p>The post <a href="http://singita.com/blog/recent-facebook-highlights/">Recent Facebook Highlights</a> appeared first on <a href="http://singita.com">Singita</a>.</p>
</div><div class="field-tags field-items"><div class="field-label">Tags: </div><div class="field-item even " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/experience" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Experience</a></div><div class="field-item odd " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/lodges-and-camps" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Lodges and Camps</a></div><div class="field-item even " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/sabi-sand" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Sabi Sand</a></div><div class="field-item odd " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/safari" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Safari</a></div><div class="field-item even " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/wildlife" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Wildlife</a></div><div class="field-item odd " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/facebook" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Facebook</a></div><div class="field-item even " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/ross-couper" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Ross Couper</a></div><div class="field-item odd " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/singita-field-guide" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Singita Field Guide</a></div><div class="field-item even " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/wildlife-photography" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">wildlife photography</a></div></div>Fri, 19 Sep 2014 10:39:41 +0000Anonymous1090 at https://www.a2asafaris.com/africahttps://www.a2asafaris.com/africa/blog/recent-facebook-highlights#commentsSay Hello to the Butamtam Lion Cubs!https://www.a2asafaris.com/africa/blog/say-hello-to-the-butamtam-lion-cubs<div class="body text-field" property="content:encoded"><p>These pictures hardly need a caption – we would be surprised if you could tear your eyes away from their little furry faces long enough to read it! If you are interested however, you may like to know that these gorgeous young lions are offspring of the Butamtam pride at <a href="http://singita.com/regions/singita-grumeti/" target="_blank">Singita Grumeti</a> in Tanzania. These lions are healthy breeders; over the past two years one of the major prides got so big that it split into two, and two of the other prides seem to be heading in the same direction. In addition, all of their cubs have higher than usual survival rates which is wonderful to hear.</p>
<p><a href="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/butamtam_cubs_1.jpg"><img src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/butamtam_cubs_1.jpg" alt="The Butamtam lion cubs at Singita Grumeti by Ryan Schmitt" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-9248" /></a></p>
<p><a href="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/butamtam_cubs_2.jpg"><img src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/butamtam_cubs_2.jpg" alt="The Butamtam lion cubs at Singita Grumeti by Ryan Schmitt" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-9249" /></a></p>
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<p><em>Photos by Field Guide <a href="http://singita.com/blog/tag/ryan-schmitt/" target="_blank">Ryan Schmitt</a>. Ryan regularly posts snapshots from his adventures in the bush on our <a href="https://www.facebook.com/singita.gamereserves" target="_blank">Facebook</a> and <a href="http://instagram.com/singita_" target="_blank">Instagram</a> feeds so follow us there to see more!</em></p>
<p>The post <a href="http://singita.com/blog/say-hello-to-the-butamtam-lion-cubs/">Say Hello to the Butamtam Lion Cubs!</a> appeared first on <a href="http://singita.com">Singita</a>.</p>
</div><div class="field-tags field-items"><div class="field-label">Tags: </div><div class="field-item even " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/conservation" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Conservation</a></div><div class="field-item odd " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/experience" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Experience</a></div><div class="field-item even " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/safari" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Safari</a></div><div class="field-item odd " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/singita-grumeti" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Singita Grumeti</a></div><div class="field-item even " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/wildlife" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Wildlife</a></div><div class="field-item odd " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/grumeti" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Grumeti</a></div><div class="field-item even " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/lion-cubs" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Lion Cubs</a></div><div class="field-item odd " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/wildlife-photography" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">wildlife photography</a></div></div>Fri, 13 Jun 2014 06:10:28 +0000Anonymous988 at https://www.a2asafaris.com/africahttps://www.a2asafaris.com/africa/blog/say-hello-to-the-butamtam-lion-cubs#commentsCurious Catshttps://www.a2asafaris.com/africa/blog/curious-cats<div class="body text-field" property="content:encoded"><p>Just in! Field Guide <a href="http://singita.com/blog/tag/ross-couper/" target="_blank">Ross Couper</a> from <a href="http://singita.com/regions/singita-sabi-sand/" target="_blank">Singita Sabi Sand</a> sent through this incredible snapshot from Thursday afternoon’s game drive. In it, a <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Serval" target="_blank">serval</a> faces off with a pair of cheetahs: </p>
<p><a href="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/SSS-1-320.jpg"><img src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/SSS-1-320.jpg" alt="Cheetah vs Serval by Ross Couper" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-9212" /></a></p>
<p>“Upon a approaching a cheetah sighting, a serval and two cubs were seen moving through the grass within meters of the cheetah. The serval’s movement caught the attention of the cheetah after the adult serval attempted to catch a rodent in the grass. A chase ensued and the adult serval was surrounded by the two cheetah. A moment of sheer aggression from the serval saved its life and several tense minutes were felt amongst the guests viewing the interaction. As dusk settled we returned back to the lodge, the fate of the serval unknown. It was a true privilege to witness this interaction in the wild.”</p>
<p><em>Ross regularly shares his stunning wildlife photos with <a href="https://www.facebook.com/singita.gamereserves" target="_blank">our Facebook community</a>, so follow us there for the latest sightings, direct from the bush!</em></p>
<p>The post <a href="http://singita.com/blog/curious-cats/">Curious Cats</a> appeared first on <a href="http://singita.com">Singita</a>.</p>
</div><div class="field-tags field-items"><div class="field-label">Tags: </div><div class="field-item even " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/sabi-sand" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Sabi Sand</a></div><div class="field-item odd " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/wildlife" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Wildlife</a></div><div class="field-item even " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/cheetah" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">cheetah</a></div><div class="field-item odd " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/ross-couper" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Ross Couper</a></div><div class="field-item even " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/wildlife-photography" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">wildlife photography</a></div></div>Mon, 09 Jun 2014 14:09:35 +0000Anonymous980 at https://www.a2asafaris.com/africahttps://www.a2asafaris.com/africa/blog/curious-cats#commentsLion Line-Uphttps://www.a2asafaris.com/africa/blog/lion-line<div class="body text-field" property="content:encoded"><p>This photo of the Mhangeni pride walking in what appears to be military formation through Singita Sabi Sand, was taken last week by Field Guide Ross Couper. Of the unusual and entertaining sighting, he says: “As the honey coloured morning light filtered through the mist on the horizon, we knew we were in for a very good morning.” Ross’ stunning photo was even <a href="https://twitter.com/rosscouperphoto/status/463598166101618689" target="_blank">featured in the Cape Times</a> a few days later, aptly captioned “Dawn Patrol”.</p>
<p><a href="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/lions_by_ross_couper_copyright_singita_2014.jpg"><img src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/lions_by_ross_couper_copyright_singita_2014.jpg" alt="Lion photo by Ross Couper Copyright 2014" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8987" /></a></p>
<p><em>Follow us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/singita.gamereserves" target="_blank">Facebook</a> to see more wildlife shots straight from our field guides in the bush. </em></p>
<p>The post <a href="http://singita.com/blog/lion-line-up/">Lion Line-Up</a> appeared first on <a href="http://singita.com">Singita</a>.</p>
</div><div class="field-tags field-items"><div class="field-label">Tags: </div><div class="field-item even " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/sabi-sand" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Sabi Sand</a></div><div class="field-item odd " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/wildlife" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Wildlife</a></div><div class="field-item even " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/ross-couper" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Ross Couper</a></div><div class="field-item odd " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/singita-field-guide" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Singita Field Guide</a></div><div class="field-item even " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/wildlife-photography" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">wildlife photography</a></div></div>Thu, 08 May 2014 12:18:58 +0000Anonymous943 at https://www.a2asafaris.com/africahttps://www.a2asafaris.com/africa/blog/lion-line#commentsField Guide Favourites: Best of 2013https://www.a2asafaris.com/africa/blog/field-guide-favourites-best-2013<div class="body text-field" property="content:encoded"><p>The African continent is captivating for many reasons; exotic landscapes, diverse cultures and astounding natural beauty among them. A rich and varied wildlife population is no doubt the highlight for many visitors to Africa, with many unique and mysterious species inhabiting our jungles and grasslands. It is critical that the bio-diversity of this land is protected and conserved, which is why Singita’s core vision is to preserve large tracts of wilderness in Africa for future generations with hands-on <a href="http://singita.com/conservation/" target="_blank">conservation teams</a> on each property. </p>
<p>The experienced and highly-skilled Singita field guides play a critical role in this process by educating guests about the importance of conservation and instilling in them a deep sense of appreciation for our natural environment. Their beautiful photos from twice-daily game drives have become an extremely popular feature of the <a href="http://singita.com/social/" target="_blank">social media accounts</a> and are an inspiration to all members of the Singita family. Here, they have selected their favourites from 2013 for you to enjoy:</p>
<p><a href="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/bestof2013_1.jpg"><img src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/bestof2013_1.jpg" alt="Best wildlife photos of 2013 | Singita" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8446" /></a></p>
<p><a href="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/bestof2013_12.jpg"><img src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/bestof2013_12.jpg" alt="Best wildlife photos of 2013 | Singita" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8457" /></a></p>
<p><a href="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/bestof2013_11.jpg"><img src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/bestof2013_11.jpg" alt="Best wildlife photos of 2013 | Singita" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8456" /></a></p>
<p><a href="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/bestof2013_10.jpg"><img src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/bestof2013_10.jpg" alt="Best wildlife photos of 2013 | Singita" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8455" /></a></p>
<p><a href="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/bestof2013_9.jpg"><img src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/bestof2013_9.jpg" alt="Best wildlife photos of 2013 | Singita" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8454" /></a></p>
<p><a href="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/bestof2013_8.jpg"><img src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/bestof2013_8.jpg" alt="Best wildlife photos of 2013 | Singita" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8453" /></a></p>
<p><a href="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/bestof2013_7.jpg"><img src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/bestof2013_7.jpg" alt="Best wildlife photos of 2013 | Singita" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8452" /></a></p>
<p><a href="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/bestof2013_6.jpg"><img src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/bestof2013_6.jpg" alt="Best wildlife photos of 2013 | Singita" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8451" /></a></p>
<p><a href="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/bestof2013_5.jpg"><img src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/bestof2013_5.jpg" alt="Best wildlife photos of 2013 | Singita" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8450" /></a></p>
<p><a href="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/bestof2013_4.jpg"><img src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/bestof2013_4.jpg" alt="Best wildlife photos of 2013 | Singita" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8449" /></a></p>
<p><a href="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/bestof2013_3.jpg"><img src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/bestof2013_3.jpg" alt="Best wildlife photos of 2013 | Singita" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8448" /></a></p>
<p><a href="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/bestof2013new_1.jpg"><img src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/bestof2013new_1.jpg" alt="Best wildlife photos of 2013 | Singita" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8514" /></a></p>
<p><a href="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/bestof2013new_2.jpg"><img src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/bestof2013new_2.jpg" alt="Best wildlife photos of 2013 | Singita" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8515" /></a></p>
<p><a href="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/bestof2013new_3.jpg"><img src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/bestof2013new_3.jpg" alt="Best wildlife photos of 2013 | Singita" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8516" /></a></p>
<p><a href="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/bestof2013new_4.jpg"><img src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/bestof2013new_4.jpg" alt="Best wildlife photos of 2013 | Singita" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-8517" /></a></p>
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