November 28, 2012

This Caterpillar is known as a "Mopane Worm" 

 Gonimbrasia belina is a species of moth found in much of southern Africa, whose large edible caterpillar, the mopani or mopane worm, is an important source of protein for millions of Southern Africans. 

I am truly thankful that I have never been that hungry :)

Read more about these at http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gonimbrasia_belina

November 27, 2012

Another death-trap in the Daisies.

This little Crab Spider blended in very well with the background while

a Hover Fly was hovering (!) around an adjacent Daisy.

Unfortunately it started to rain and I could not wait around for it to land 

on the Daisy where the Spider was waiting patiently for supper.

Remains of a previous meal can be seen on the extreme right.

November 26, 2012

Doing it in style....

New developments at Zulu Croc Reptile Park outside Hluhluwe really draws the eye!

I couldn't resist to stop for a photo.

If you are planning a trip to our beautiful town and surrounds, be sure to have 

Zulu Croc Reptile Park on your itinerary!

www.zulucroc.co.za

The structure is part of an initiative of Africa!Ignite. The following is copied from their website:

"The National Development Agency (NDA), Africa!Ignite is establishing a network of tourist marketplaces across the province under the WOWZULU brand, to integrate craft and tourism development and provide opportunities for local craft entrepreneurs to grow their businesses."