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Churchill - 6 things to see that aren't polar bears
Canada North America

Churchill – 6 Things To See That Aren’t Polar Bears

updated on 19th January 202520th August 20192 Comments on Churchill – 6 Things To See That Aren’t Polar Bears

While Manitoba’s remote town of Churchill may be known as the Polar Bear Capital of the World (and for good …

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See the Churchill belugas with Sea North Tours, Canada
Canada North America Wildlife

The Churchill Belugas – My Experience with Sea North Tours

updated on 19th January 20252nd August 20194 Comments on The Churchill Belugas – My Experience with Sea North Tours

The best compliment I can give Sea North Tours is that during their Zodiac Estuary tour, I didn’t think about …

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Experiencing the Arctic Summer in Churchill, Manitoba with Frontiers North Tours
Canada North America Wildlife

Experiencing the Arctic Summer with Frontiers North

updated on 16th February 202219th July 20196 Comments on Experiencing the Arctic Summer with Frontiers North

Churchill, Manitoba. Home to 900 humans and (in winter) 3000 polar bears. It’s no wonder it’s called the Polar Bear …

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The best sunset spots you've probably never heard of.
Destinations General Travel

The Best Sunset Spots You’ve Probably Never Heard Of

updated on 14th February 202624th June 20191 Comment on The Best Sunset Spots You’ve Probably Never Heard Of

Who doesn’t love a good sunset? Whether it’s a cloudless, gently pastel-coloured sky or a fiery jumble of multi-hued streaks, …

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A perfect 10-day Bulgaria itinerary
Bulgaria Europe

Bulgaria Itinerary – A Perfect 10-Day Trip

updated on 26th February 202618th June 20198 Comments on Bulgaria Itinerary – A Perfect 10-Day Trip

Even after all this time, it still amazes me how diverse a continent Europe is. For such a relatively small …

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Fraser Island - a day trip will give you seven hours in heaven on the east coast of Australia
Australia Oceania

Fraser Island – 7 Hours In Heaven

updated on 3rd November 20225th June 20192 Comments on Fraser Island – 7 Hours In Heaven

Fraser Island, the largest sand island in the world, sits just 10km off the Queensland coast. It’s a UNESCO World Heritage …

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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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