Semi Deserts Collection

Guenthers Dik-dik (Madoqua guentheri) adult male, with elongated snout, standing in dry savannah, Samburu National Reserve, Kenya, August

Meerkat (Suricata suricatta) four juveniles, huddled together at burrow entrance, Kalahari Meerkat Project, Kuruman River Reserve, Kalahari Desert, Northern Cape, South Africa

Nature reserve, semi-desert at Cabo de Gata, Andalusia, southern Spain, Europe

Common Milkweed Grasshopper (Phymateus morbillosus) adult, on quartz field in desert habitat, Little Karoo, South Africa, February

Meerkat (Suricata suricatta) adult, on lookout, Little Karoo, Western Cape, South Africa, December

South African Ostrich (Struthio camelus australis) adult male, close-up of head and neck, with beak open, Little Karoo, Western Cape, South Africa, December

Trees beside river with roosting herons and vultures at night, Samburu National Reserve, Kenya, August

View of trees beside river at night, Samburu National Reserve, Kenya, August

View of weaver nests hanging from acacia tree in semi-desert dry savannah habitat, Samburu National Reserve, Kenya, August

Yellow-necked Spurfowl (Pternistis leucoscepus) adult, calling, perched on branch, Samburu National Reserve, Kenya, August

Lappet-faced Vulture (Torgos tracheliotus) two adults, standing in dry savannah, Samburu National Reserve, Kenya, August

Grevys Zebra (Equus grevyi) adult, walking in dry savannah, Samburu National Reserve, Kenya, August

Grevys Zebra (Equus grevyi) adult, close-up of head, Samburu National Reserve, Kenya, August

Steenbok (Raphicerus campestris) adult male, close-up of head and neck, in evening sunlight, Kalahari, South Africa, August

Springbok (Antidorcas marsupialis) adult, standing in habitat, South Africa, March

Beisa Oryx (Oryx beisa) four adults, standing in dry savannah, Samburu National Reserve, Kenya, August

Beisa Oryx (Oryx beisa) calf, standing in dry savannah, Samburu National Reserve, Kenya, August

Beisa Oryx (Oryx beisa) adult, feeding on grass, standing in dry savannah, Samburu National Reserve, Kenya, August

Impala (Aepyceros melampus) adult female and newborn calf, standing in dry savannah, Samburu National Reserve, Kenya, August

Impala (Aepyceros melampus) newborn calf, standing in dry savannah, Samburu National Reserve, Kenya, August

Scrub Hare (Lepus saxatilis) adult, standing alert in dry savannah, Samburu National Reserve, Kenya, August

Gerenuk (Litocranius walleri) adult male, close-up of head and neck, browsing on leaves, Samburu National Reserve, Kenya, August

Gerenuk (Litocranius walleri) adult female, close-up of head and neck, Samburu National Reserve, Kenya, August

African Elephant (Loxodonta africana) two immatures, playfighting on riverbank, Samburu National Reserve, Kenya, August

Olive Baboon (Papio anubis) adult female and baby, sitting on ground, Samburu National Reserve, Kenya, August

Somali Ostrich (Struthio camelus molybdophanes) adult pair, standing in dry savannah, Samburu National Reserve, Kenya, August

Northern Red-billed Hornbill (Tockus erythrorhynchus) adult, perched on branch, Samburu National Reserve, Kenya, August

Helmeted Guineafowl (Numida meleagris meleagris) adult, calling, standing on rock, Samburu National Reserve, Kenya, August

Vulturine Guineafowl (Acryllium vulturinum) adult, standing in dry savannah, Samburu National Reserve, Kenya, August

Black-faced Sandgrouse (Pterocles decoratus) adult female, standing in dry savannah, Samburu National Reserve, Kenya, August

Martial Eagle (Polemaetus bellicosus) adult, with prey in talons, on ground in dry savannah, Samburu National Reserve, Kenya, August

Cape Mountain Zebra (Equus zebra zebra) adult female with foal, standing in grassland, Karoo N. P
Cape Mountain Zebra (Equus zebra zebra) adult female with foal, standing in grassland, Karoo N.P. Western Cape, South Africa, October

Common Zebra (Equus quagga) young male, with unusual pale coat pattern, standing in vegetation, Karoo N. P
Common Zebra (Equus quagga) young male, with unusual pale coat pattern, standing in vegetation, Karoo N.P. Western Cape, South Africa, October

Gemsbok (Oryx gazella) adult, standing in grassland, Karoo N. P. Western Cape, South Africa, October
Gemsbok (Oryx gazella) adult, standing in grassland, Karoo N.P. Western Cape, South Africa, October

Karoo Bustard (Eupodotis vigorsii) adult male, standing amongst scrub, Karoo N. P. Western Cape, South Africa, October
Karoo Bustard (Eupodotis vigorsii) adult male, standing amongst scrub, Karoo N.P. Western Cape, South Africa, October

Three-banded Plover (Charadrius tricollaris) adult, feeding in stream, Karoo N. P. Western Cape, South Africa, October
Three-banded Plover (Charadrius tricollaris) adult, feeding in stream, Karoo N.P. Western Cape, South Africa, October

Windpump in desert at sunset, Kalahari Meerkat Project, Kuruman River Reserve, Kalahari Desert, Northern Cape, South Africa

Foam Grasshopper (Ochrophlebia sp. ) subadult, standing on rock, Karoo Region, South Africa
Foam Grasshopper (Ochrophlebia sp.) subadult, standing on rock, Karoo Region, South Africa

Spotted Thick-toed Gecko (Pachydactylus maculatus) young, standing on rock, Karoo Region, South Africa

Spotted Sand Lizard (Pedioplanis lineoocellata pulchella) adult, basking on fossil in habitat, Karoo Region, South Africa

Meerkat (Suricata suricatta) juvenile, close-up of head, Kalahari Meerkat Project, Kuruman River Reserve, Kalahari Desert, Northern Cape, South Africa

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Semi-deserts: A Glimpse into Nature's Resilience In the vast expanse of dry savannah, a Guenthers Dik-dik stands tall with its elongated snout, adapting to the harsh conditions of the semi-desert. Meanwhile, four juvenile Meerkats huddle together at their burrow entrance in the Kalahari Meerkat Project, finding solace and protection in each other. Traveling across continents, we find ourselves in Cabo de Gata, Andalusia, southern Spain. Here lies a nature reserve that showcases the beauty of semi-deserts. The arid landscape stretches as far as the eye can see; an enchanting reminder of nature's ability to thrive even in seemingly inhospitable environments. Venturing further into Little Karoo, South Africa reveals a mesmerizing sight - an adult Common Milkweed Grasshopper perched on a quartz field within its desert habitat. Its vibrant colors juxtapose against the barren surroundings, showcasing life's tenacity amidst adversity. As we continue our exploration through Little Karoo, we encounter an alert Meerkat standing guard on lookout duty. These social creatures exemplify unity and vigilance in their quest for survival. Moving forward brings us face to face with a majestic South African Ostrich - an adult male displaying his grandeur with beak wide open. This magnificent creature has adapted over time to withstand the challenges posed by this unforgiving land. Journeying eastward to Samburu National Reserve in Kenya presents us with captivating scenes under moonlit skies. Trees beside rivers become sanctuaries for herons and vultures seeking refuge during nighttime hours while providing breathtaking views for those fortunate enough to witness them. Amongst these trees hangs another marvel – intricate nests woven by skilled weavers hanging from acacia branches.