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My top 5 experiences in Australia
Australia Oceania

My Top Experiences in Australia – 5 Perfect Places

updated on 19th January 20251st March 20183 Comments on My Top Experiences in Australia – 5 Perfect Places

Fourteen months, four states, one territory, approximately 25,000km travelled. While I would never say I’m an expert, or that I’ve …

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Paronella Park is a must-do while you're in Queensland, Australia
Australia Oceania

Paronella Park – A Queensland Must-Do

updated on 15th December 202216th February 2018Leave a Comment on Paronella Park – A Queensland Must-Do

In the Atherton Tablelands, next to the Mena Creek waterfall, there lie abandoned “castles” nestled in a small patch of …

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Finding the quokkas of Rottnest Island, Australia
Australia Oceania Wildlife

The Rottnest Island Quokkas, Australia’s Cutest Animal

updated on 12th August 202514th February 20183 Comments on The Rottnest Island Quokkas, Australia’s Cutest Animal

When I was preparing for my daytrip to Rottnest Island, half an hour’s ferry ride from Fremantle, Perth’s southern neighbour, …

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Little Luxembourg - why you need to visit this tiny country
Europe Luxembourg

Visit Luxembourg – Why You Need To See This Tiny City

updated on 15th December 20222nd February 20185 Comments on Visit Luxembourg – Why You Need To See This Tiny City

To visit Luxembourg was never on my bucket list. This itty-bitty country is known for…well, not much to be honest. …

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18 hours with Aoraki - New Zealand's highest mountain
New Zealand Oceania

One Day In Aoraki/Mount Cook – New Zealand’s Highest Mountain

updated on 15th December 202223rd January 20182 Comments on One Day In Aoraki/Mount Cook – New Zealand’s Highest Mountain

Mount Cook, or Aoraki to give it its proper Maori name, is the highest peak in New Zealand. Located in …

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Australia Oceania Wildlife

Why You Need To See The Cape Hillsborough Kangaroos At Dawn

updated on 17th February 202221st January 2018Leave a Comment on Why You Need To See The Cape Hillsborough Kangaroos At Dawn

I’m not a morning person. Anything before 9am for me is early, unlike the majority of Australians, it would seem …

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Welcome to This Wild Life Of Mine!

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When a love of travel meets a passion for wildlife…

I’m an autistic zoologist who explores the world solo while working for conservation organisations. I write about my experiences in the hope of inspiring others to follow their dreams and see the beauty of this earth – in a responsible and ethical way.

Been to: 58 countries & 7 continents

Lived & worked in: 10 countries

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It’s World Photography Day and sometimes I still h It’s World Photography Day and sometimes I still have to pinch myself that some of my work involves pointing a camera at my favourite animals, in one of my favourite places. 

But it’s not just the “picture-perfect” moments I love capturing, but the times when personalities, quirks, humour and a bit of realism can be found as well. So in honour of this day, I give you the “bleps” that make me smile every time 👅

Which one is your favourite?

#cheetahconservationfund #cheetahphotography #africanwildlifephotography #bigcatconservation #worldphotographyday
One of my favourite things about photographing ani One of my favourite things about photographing animals is the challenge of not being able to pose them. Yes, it can be frustrating, and I don’t have the patience to wait a long time for the perfect shot, but that actually pushes me to work quickly, try different angles, pay attention to behaviour and learn to be happy with what I can get instead of being annoyed at what I couldn’t. 

Livestock Guardian Dogs play a vital role in mitigating human-wildlife conflict around the world. These gorgeous Anatolian Shepherds have been protecting livestock for centuries, and by reducing predation they prevent farmers retaliating against (often innocent) predators that may be endangered. 

#wildlifeconservation #anatolianshepherd #thisisafrica #dogphotoshoot #namibiatravel
How I’m feeling when I decide to work all weekend How I’m feeling when I decide to work all weekend instead of taking the day off. 

Missing the Namibian winter while melting in 35 degree heat (yet somehow there was just a hailstorm outside?!?). 

#namibia #namibiatravel #africanwildlife #africanwildlifephotography #cheetahs
Giraffes are one of those animals I could never ti Giraffes are one of those animals I could never tire of seeing. 

While on a sundowner drive the other day, we came across this trio quietly browsing in the trees next to the road. Curious and calm, they let us share the evening sun with them for a while. During this time, a few more appeared along the road. 

To me, giraffes embody the peace I feel in the African bush 🦒

#africanwildlifephotography #namibiawildlife #namibiatravel #safariexperience
Shadows and light 💛🖤 This young cheetah has start Shadows and light 💛🖤

This young cheetah has started his rehabilitation journey. Though still too young to be released back into the wild, he spends his days in a large, natural enclosure with his siblings, with as little human interaction as possible so he retains his wild nature. Seeing the wariness in his eyes is a satisfying feeling, knowing that one day hopefully he will be back where he belongs. 

#namibiaphotography #africanwildlifephotography #cheetahphotography #wildlifephotographer
Driving through the reserve and suddenly I see a t Driving through the reserve and suddenly I see a tiny flash of black against a termite mound. A mongoose, feasting on its contents, ducking its head in and out of the hole in the side, occasionally glancing our way, but generally uncaring of our presence. 

The only time a mongoose hasn’t bolted, and it posed perfectly!

#namibia #africanwildlifephotography #mongoose #lovewildlife #wildlifepictures
I always wish these cheetahs were out living in th I always wish these cheetahs were out living in the wild, where they belong, but selfishly I also love the chance to see them close up. I am lucky to have so many opportunities to photograph them while they act as important ambassadors for their species, which desperately needs protection. 

At least I can tell by the loud purrs that they’re generally content 😌 

#cheetahphotography #africanwildlifephotography #bigcatsofinstagram #namibiatravel #namibiawildlife
Golden evening light and long shadows making this Golden evening light and long shadows making this steenbok stand out. 

Can’t believe I only have a few weeks left in Namibia this year and I’ve barely shared a thing!

#namibia #africanwildlifephotography #namibiawildlife #lovewildlife
Back in the land of cheetahs 🐆 Another year, anot Back in the land of cheetahs 🐆

Another year, another few months at CCF taking pictures of my favourite cats!

#namibia #namibiatravel #cheetahphotography #africanwildlifephotography #africanwildlife
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