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  • #13 - The Vervet Monkey

    #13 - The Vervet Monkey
    2026/08/26
    They like to sit over the breakfast table, waiting for the perfect moment—and suddenly the biscuit is gone. In this episode, I'll explain why the vervet monkey isn't a cat, but a monkey, how its complex social life works, and why mutual grooming is much more than just coat care. We'll discuss hierarchies, family bonds, alarm calls, clever food thieves, and the crucial question of why you should never feed these animals. You'll also learn why adult males display such striking colors, how young vervet monkeys grow up in the group, and why they can sometimes be invaluable helpers for safari guides, warning them of leopards, snakes, or birds of prey. .............................................................................. Become my patron on Patreon! [https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheSafariGuide/membership](https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheSafariGuide/membership) Thank you! ..............................................................................
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    17 分
  • #12 - The Baboon Spider

    #12 - The Baboon Spider
    2026/07/29
    Baboon spiders are among the most fascinating animals in southern Africa. They are large, hairy, nocturnal, and spend most of their lives in underground burrows lined with silk. This episode explores why the baboon spider is called that, how it detects its prey through vibrations, how it produces silk, what happens during mating, and why its burrow is vital for its survival. I also explain how dangerous a bite really is, what predators baboon spiders have, and why molting is a process of growth, risk, and repair for spiders all at once. .............................................................................. Become my patron on Patreon! [https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheSafariGuide/membership](https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheSafariGuide/membership) Thank you! ..............................................................................
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    15 分
  • #11 - The African Buffalo

    #11 - The African Buffalo
    2026/07/15
    When people think of safari, most think of lions. But experienced guides know: the most dangerous animal is often a different one. The African buffalo is considered unpredictable, powerful – and especially on foot, particularly dangerous. In this episode, you’ll learn why even professionals treat it with great respect. We explore herd behavior, communication, reproduction, and the role of the so-called “dagha boys.” You’ll also learn what to watch for on a walking safari – and why sometimes a small bird can make all the difference. We also take a closer look at the buffalo’s role in the ecosystem, its diet, diseases like tuberculosis – and why it is far more than just a large animal with horns. .............................................................................. Become my patron on Patreon! [https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheSafariGuide/membership](https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheSafariGuide/membership) Thank you! ..............................................................................
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    17 分
  • #10 - The Kingfishers

    #10 - The Kingfishers
    2026/07/01
    A flash of blue over the water – and then it's gone again. Kingfishers are among Africa's most striking, yet often underestimated, birds. This episode is about much more than just their spectacular colors: Why isn't their blue a pigment? Which species actually hunt fish – and which don't? How do they manage to correct the refraction of light in the water? I'll take you to Africa's rivers and waterholes and show you how kingfishers hunt, why they always swallow their prey headfirst, and what's behind their unusual nests. We'll also discuss the hovering flight of the grey kingfisher, cooperative breeding, sounds in the bush – and how you can reliably identify kingfishers on safari. An episode for everyone who wants to not only see animals, but understand them. .............................................................................. Become my patron on Patreon! [https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheSafariGuide/membership](https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheSafariGuide/membership) Thank you! ..............................................................................
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    16 分
  • #9 - The Cicada

    #9 - The Cicada
    2026/06/24
    A sound you recognize instantly—but can hardly place. It's loud, piercing, and seems to come from all directions at once. And yet, its source usually remains invisible. This episode is about the cicada—one of the loudest insects in the world. I'll explain how this amazing creature produces its sound, why it's so hard to find, and why its life is largely hidden. You'll learn what's behind its sudden silence, why entire landscapes can begin to "sing," and what the final molt is all about. An episode about heat, sound—and an insect you often hear but rarely see. .............................................................................. Become my patron on Patreon! [https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheSafariGuide/membership](https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheSafariGuide/membership) Thank you! ..............................................................................
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    12 分
  • #8 - The Waterbuck

    #8 - The Waterbuck
    2026/06/17
    Three seconds. That's all it takes. The cheetah is the fastest land animal in the world. But speed alone doesn't make a successful hunter—and certainly not a sure-footed survivor. This episode explores anatomy at its limits, the perfect approach before the sprint, coalitions and drifters, cubs with honey badger camouflage—and a genetic history that stretches back to the last Ice Age. Why can't the cheetah roar? How does it really hunt? And why, despite its superiority, does it constantly live in danger? An episode about elegance, precision—and vulnerability. .............................................................................. Become my patron on Patreon! [https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheSafariGuide/membership](https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheSafariGuide/membership) Thank you! .............................................................................. An episode about elegance, precision—and vulnerability.
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    14 分
  • #7 - The Cheetah

    #7 - The Cheetah
    2026/06/10
    Three seconds. That's all it takes. The cheetah is the fastest land animal in the world. But speed alone doesn't make a successful hunter—and certainly not a sure-footed survivor. This episode explores anatomy at its limits, the perfect approach before the sprint, coalitions and drifters, cubs with honey badger camouflage—and a genetic history that stretches back to the last Ice Age. Why can't the cheetah roar? How does it really hunt? And why, despite its superiority, does it constantly live in danger? An episode about elegance, precision—and vulnerability. .............................................................................. Become my patron on Patreon! [https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheSafariGuide/membership](https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheSafariGuide/membership) Thank you! ..............................................................................
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    20 分
  • #6 - The Sicamore Fig & The Fig Wasp

    #6 - The Sicamore Fig & The Fig Wasp
    2026/06/03
    A single tree can support countless animal species. It attracts birds, monkeys, bats—and sometimes even fish and crocodiles. The sycamore fig (Ficus sycomorus) is one of Africa's most important trees. It bears fruit almost year-round and is a central element of many river landscapes in southern and eastern Africa. But inside each individual fig, an invisible drama unfolds. A tiny species of wasp pollinates the flowers inside the fig. Without it, there would be no ripe seeds. And without seeds, no new trees. Tree and wasp are completely interdependent—a so-called obligate mutualism. But inside each individual fig, an invisible drama is taking place. In this episode you will learn: • why figs are not "normal" fruits • how wasps and seeds develop simultaneously inside • why the mother wasp dies inside – yet no remains are found in the ripe fig • why the fig tree is indispensable for entire ecosystems An episode about time, patience – and a partnership that has worked for millions of years. .............................................................................. Become my patron on Patreon! [https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheSafariGuide/membership](https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheSafariGuide/membership) Thank you! ..............................................................................
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    13 分