Fauna and Flora of Kruger National Park - Page 6

Marloth Park, near Kruger National Park, offers a tranquil and intimate safari experience with direct wildlife encounters, affordability, and a strong conservation focus. Its proximity to Kruger allows for easy day trips, while Marloth itself provides unique activities and a peaceful retreat, making it an ideal choice for an authentic African safari.

The roan antelope, found in Kruger National Park, is known for its striking appearance and backward-curving horns. Preferring open grasslands, they live in small herds and rely on water sources.

Marloth Park, next to Kruger National Park, boasts diverse flora. Notable trees include the Marula, Baobab, Fever Tree, Leadwood, and Knob Thorn, each vital to the ecosystem and local traditions. This guide highlights their unique roles and significance.

The African Pygmy Kingfisher, found near Needles Lodge, is a vibrant bird with electric blue, orange, and purple feathers. Despite its vivid colors, it blends into dense foliage. A skilled hunter, it catches insects with precision. Males perform aerial dances during breeding season. Adaptable and solitary, it nests in riverbanks or termite mounds. Though not endangered, habitat loss is a concern. Spotting this bird at Needles Lodge is a special highlight.

Kruger National Park is a haven for diverse wildlife, including a unique assortment of spiders that are crucial to the ecosystem. From the striking Golden Orb-Web Spider to the camouflaged Six-eyed Sand Spider, these arthropods play vital roles in controlling insects and enhancing biodiversity. Needles Lodge offers specialized safaris to discover these fascinating creatures, providing an enriching experience for all nature lovers.