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The best places to visit in San Francisco, USA
North America USA

The Best Places in San Francisco for First-Timers

updated on 24th August 202630th June 20204 Comments on The Best Places in San Francisco for First-Timers

San Francisco is one of those places that seems to have an endless supply of things to do. Far more …

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Where to find platypus in Eungella National Park, Australia
Australia Oceania Wildlife

Where to find Platypus – Eungella National Park

updated on 1st April 202624th June 20201 Comment on Where to find Platypus – Eungella National Park

Of all the species on my Australian wildlife bucket list, I thought the platypus would be the most difficult to find. …

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Visit Guadalajara - the perfect Mexico starting point
Mexico North America

Visit Guadalajara: the Perfect Mexico Starting Point

updated on 31st March 20263rd June 20205 Comments on Visit Guadalajara: the Perfect Mexico Starting Point

Most people visiting Mexico head straight for Mexico City or the beaches of the Yucatán Peninsula. And while the Caribbean …

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My favourite Alberta destinations
Canada North America

My Favourite Alberta Destinations

updated on 19th January 202524th May 20203 Comments on My Favourite Alberta Destinations

Alberta: where the prairies meet the mountains, rolling hills slowly rising ever higher until suddenly you’re surrounded by the Rockies. …

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Things to do in Sighișoara, Romania
Europe Romania

Things to do in Sighișoara, Romania’s Colourful Town

updated on 20th August 202612th May 20205 Comments on Things to do in Sighișoara, Romania’s Colourful Town

Romania as the country we know today has only existed for around 150 years. Before that it was three separate …

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Five great ntario day hikes that should be tried at least once!
Canada North America

5 Great Ontario Day Hikes

updated on 13th October 20226th May 20201 Comment on 5 Great Ontario Day Hikes

Hands down, hiking is the best way to experience the beauty of Canada’s vast wilderness. Ontario is huge, and most …

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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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One of my favourite birds, I always love seeing th One of my favourite birds, I always love seeing the colourful flash of the lilac-breasted roller in the African bush. I wanted to get a proper photo of one against the bright sky for so long, and finally this one was sitting in just the right spot. Sometimes wildlife do actually cooperate! 

T-minus two weeks to my next adventure, feels like I haven’t picked up my camera in ages!
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
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