Diary of Stu

Diary of Stu Wildlife, Bird & Travel Photography

A good morning at Durban Botanic Gardens and the Palm-nut Vulture was sitting beautifully.
28/06/2026

A good morning at Durban Botanic Gardens and the Palm-nut Vulture was sitting beautifully.

Looking back on a memorable trip to the Kruger.
27/06/2026

Looking back on a memorable trip to the Kruger.

The beauty of the Swainson’s Spurfowl lies in its understated elegance.Dressed in a tapestry of rich browns, soft greys,...
25/06/2026

The beauty of the Swainson’s Spurfowl lies in its understated elegance.

Dressed in a tapestry of rich browns, soft greys, and intricate markings, it is perfectly suited to its surroundings, yet impossible to overlook once spotted.

Awesome walk in the Everton Conservancy. I was stoked to tick the Buff-Spotted Flufftail.
24/06/2026

Awesome walk in the Everton Conservancy. I was stoked to tick the Buff-Spotted Flufftail.

A Cape White‑Eye tucked between the leaves, watching the world with quiet curiosity. Small bird, big charm.
23/06/2026

A Cape White‑Eye tucked between the leaves, watching the world with quiet curiosity. Small bird, big charm.

A little burst of colour in the canopy — a juvenile Black‑throated Wattle‑Eye showing off its curious charm. Still growi...
22/06/2026

A little burst of colour in the canopy — a juvenile Black‑throated Wattle‑Eye showing off its curious charm. Still growing into its bold adult plumage, but already full of attitude.

Even the smallest visitor brings life to the garden — a quiet moment of colour and calm
21/06/2026

Even the smallest visitor brings life to the garden — a quiet moment of colour and calm

Skukuza Rest Camp…Sunbird heaven.
20/06/2026

Skukuza Rest Camp…Sunbird heaven.

Sunbirds might be some of the most striking little characters out there, but wow — they don’t make it easy to do their b...
18/06/2026

Sunbirds might be some of the most striking little characters out there, but wow — they don’t make it easy to do their beauty justice. Feeling pretty grateful to have finally managed a few decent shots of the male White‑bellied Sunbird & female Amethyst.

Every campsite seems to have its regulars, and few are as entertaining as the Tree Squirrel.While most visitors are busy...
17/06/2026

Every campsite seems to have its regulars, and few are as entertaining as the Tree Squirrel.

While most visitors are busy watching for lions, elephants, and leopards, these little characters are often putting on a show of their own. Constantly on the move, darting between branches, flicking their tails, and investigating every possible food source, they seem to possess endless energy and curiosity.

Despite their small size, Tree Squirrels play an important role in the bush, helping to disperse seeds and keeping the ecosystem ticking along. They may not be the stars of the safari brochures, but they are undoubtedly among the most charismatic residents of camp.

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