Oryx (Gemsbok) by Meisiekind
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I have just returned from an amazing safari in the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park here in Southern Africa. It was my first visit as an adult and I now have a new favourite wildlife reserve. It was VERY hot - between 36C and 39C!
Here is some information on the Kgalagadi:
Kgalagadi means place of thirst. The park is located largely within the southern Kalahari Desert. The terrain consists of red sand dunes, sparse vegetation, occasional trees, and the dry riverbeds of the Nossob and Auob Rivers. The rivers are said to flow only about once per century. However, water flows underground and provides life for grass and camelthorn trees (a type of acacia) growing in the dry river beds. The Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park is massive - 38,000 km2 (15,000 sq mi).
Kgalagadi consisted of two adjacent parks – one in the neighbouring Botswana and one in South Africa. On 7 April 1999, Botswana and South Africa signed a historic bilateral agreement whereby both countries undertook to manage their adjacent national parks, the Gemsbok National Park in Botswana and the Kalahari Gemsbok National Park in South Africa as a single ecological unit. The boundary between the two parks had no physical barriers, although it is also the international border between the two countries. This allowed for the free movement of animals. On 12 May 2000, President Festus Mogae of Botswana and President Thabo Mbeki of South Africa formally launched Southern Africa's first peace park, the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park.
I am starting off with the mighty Oryx. (Gemsbok in Afrikaans) The Oryx is also the "brand" or symbol of the Kgalagadi.
Thank you for stopping by and for your very welcome comments abd favs on my last upload.
Carin xx
Comments (29)
durleybeachbum
A superb photo of this handsome creature. Great to hear about the co-operation.
kgb224
Glad you returned safely and that you enjoyed your trip and stay in the Kgalagadi. Superb capture Carin. God bless.
EJD64
That is a cool looking animal. Nice shot Carin.
bebopdlx
Beautiful animal.
BorisB
It's really a beauty and excellent presented!!
jayfar
A beautiful picture of this handsome beast Carin.
snowcrow1
Beautiful image!!
helanker
What a beautifuol and majestic animal. Wonderful shot, Carin. Welcome back :-)))
jendellas
What a handsome fella. Hope you saw some elephants :o) x
Meisiekind
Barbara - unfortunately the Kgalagadi is not a Big Five reserve. The conditions are not at all condusive for elephant, rhino or buffalo. There are plenty of cats though! :)
prutzworks
xlt wildlife shot
aksirp
awesome, beautiful, great light and superb capture! - we have call the Chamois " Gamsbock" almost the same but much smaller...
auntietk
Fabulous! If this is the sort of thing you saw on a regular basis, I can see why you had such a good time! A wonderful photograph, Dierbaar. I can't wait to see more!
ronmolina
Excellent shot!
Rob2753
Welcome back :) and what a fantastic opening shot beautifully taken and how envious we are going to feel when we see the rest of your photos :)
romanceworks
What a lovely shot of this Oryx. Fascinating info and I'm so glad you had a wonderful safari. Wish I could have been with you. And looking forward to more pics.
mairekas
Very beautiful image! Thanks for sharing!
Katraz
WOW super shot.
Faemike55
very impressive creature and cool information
tennesseecowgirl
amazing to see the color patterns and the beautiful horns on this beautiful animal, I look forward to seeing more from your trip, it sounds like it was amazing
Gaiadriel
Amazing capture of an equally amazing creature, and obviously, an amazing adventure. Amazement abounds, it seems ! Enjoyed this very much. :)
wysiwig
A very handsome fellow but obviously up to no good. He is wearing a black mask so you won't be able to identify him later. From your description I can see why you had such a good time, even in the place of thirst. Maybe someday.
blinkings
Who's a pretty boy then!
whaleman
Great shot of a wonderful animal!
giulband
very great photo!!!!! If you like photos I have some of mine here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/107293413@N04/sets/
pauldeleu
Great photo and excellent composition!
Adobe_One_Kenobi
Hope you had a great time Carin. and what a corker this is hun :)
goodoleboy
Sterling clarity and contrast in this shot of the Gemsbok, looking so regal with the remarkable patterns and horns, Dierbaar.
cfulton
What a stunner! I will have to venture North in the not too distant future - in winter though... less heat hopefully! Clive
danapommet
A fantastic photo my friend and he has beautiful markings. Excellent capture!!!