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Swimming with the humpback whales of Tonga
Oceania Tonga Wildlife

Swimming with Giants – the Humpback Whales of Tonga

updated on 16th February 202210th November 20177 Comments on Swimming with Giants – the Humpback Whales of Tonga

I’ll be honest – the chance to find myself swimming with humpback whales was the main reason I chose to …

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The Tongariro Alpine Crossing, New Zealand
New Zealand Oceania

Tongariro Alpine Crossing – Mordor and Back Again

updated on 16th October 20198th November 20174 Comments on Tongariro Alpine Crossing – Mordor and Back Again

Frodo, Sam, I now feel your pain. Mordor is a tough place. By Mordor I mean the actual, reality-based, non-fictional …

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Sailing in the Whitsunday Islands, Australia
Australia Oceania

Whitsunday Islands – A 2-Day Sailing Adventure

updated on 12th October 20197th November 2017Leave a Comment on Whitsunday Islands – A 2-Day Sailing Adventure

The Whitsunday Islands are legendary. And for good reason – easy access to the Great Barrier Reef, white sandy beaches, …

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The Colours of Uluru
Australia Oceania

The Colours of Uluru: Two Days in Uluru-Kata Tjuta NP

updated on 21st March 20215th November 20174 Comments on The Colours of Uluru: Two Days in Uluru-Kata Tjuta NP

When Len Tuit approached the Australian Government in the early 1950s with plans to develop tourism around Ayer’s Rock, they …

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Komodo National Park, Indonesia
Asia Indonesia Wildlife

Komodo National Park – Here There Be Dragons

updated on 16th February 20224th November 20173 Comments on Komodo National Park – Here There Be Dragons

For most travellers exploring the vast archipelago of Indonesia, Flores and Komodo National Park seem just a little out of …

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An uncomfortable beauty - a few hours in Brunei
Asia Brunei

An Uncomfortable Beauty – A Few Hours In Brunei

updated on 7th March 20203rd November 20171 Comment on An Uncomfortable Beauty – A Few Hours In Brunei

Brunei – a teeney tiny country nestled on the northern coast of Borneo, this small sultanate is one of the …

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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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