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Leopards often hunt in thick vegetation, then stash their kills in trees—or do they? Evidence from tens of thousands of years ago, and from today, shows that leopards use caves far more often.
“In contrast to the ‘leopard in the tree’ idea that these cats cache their kills in large branches,” said scientist Darryl de Ruiter of Texas A&M University, “they may prefer to use the deep recesses of caves.” Vultures, hyenas, and lions, which might steal a leopard’s kill, don’t go there, he added. “In a cave, a leopard has it made.” Click here to read more. It was such a special day for us all when Mark Walsh (my nephew) and Kirsty tied the knot at Big Cave. The weather was incredible, and of course the venue not too shabby either! Thanks to Lin our manageress for the great food. Mark and Kirsty, we hope you had as much fun as we did!!!
Click here to listen to Dave Waddy chat about what makes Big Cave so special. Maholoholo cave - one of the most fascinating rock art sites - The main frieze in the cave depicts bantu figures...
Please note that all our reservations are now being handled via our office in Bulawayo:
Central Reservations Office contact details are: reservations@bigcavematopos.com and bulawayo@bigcavematopos.com. Tel (+263 9) 244990 When your manageress phones you at 9.45 pm and sounds like she has just run a race you know something serious is up! Turns out that TJ one of our clients in camp, as well as our security guard Ben were walking down from the lodges to the dining room. TJ thought he could see a dog right outside the dining area. He pointed it out to Ben who then informed him "that is no dog, that's a leopard, its got spots." The young leopard at this point decided enough was enough and headed up the stairs toward the kitchen, and then hung a right into our dining area aptly named the "The Leopards Lair" !! Ben in his wisdom ran and closed the door, while our manageress Lin unknowingly entered the same room from another door. She was then confronted by a scared leopard trying to escape, and took cover behind the curio stand! She yelled at Ben to open the door, who then entered the room with TJ to rescue Lin, at which point the leopard finally made its escape through the open lounge door!! Luckily nobody was hurt, but really what an incredible story, which is totally uncharacteristic of Mr Spots!! The young leopard was then seen nonchalantly strolling along past our natural rock pool....
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