Subject: The Circle of Life At Moela

Pregnant Wildebeest Dies at Waterhole - What Happens Next is Nature’s Reality

This Week at Moela: A Wildebeest’s Final Journey

This week at Moela waterhole, we witnessed a deeply moving and unforgettable moment in the wild.

A pregnant wildebeest, struggling with complications, made her way slowly to the waterhole. Surrounded by curious elephants and watched closely by scavengers, she took her final breath - a poignant reminder of nature’s delicate balance.

As dawn broke, vultures, jackals, and even a pelican arrived to claim their share, and as night fell, spotted hyenas completed the Circle of Life. This powerful scene reminds us how every ending brings new beginnings in the African bush.

New Camera. New Angle. More Magic.

We’re excited to announce that a brand-new camera is coming soon to Africam, expanding our view of Botswana’s spectacular Boteti River and the incredible zebra migration.

We’ve loved the sightings from Camelthorn and Moela, and this new camera will offer a closer angle of the action, adding another piece to the puzzle of this beautiful ecosystem.

🎥 Stay tuned for a sneak peek next week as we get ready to bring you even closer to the magic of Botswana’s wildlife.

Spot the Difference: Springbok vs Gazelles

Want to sharpen your wildlife ID skills on Africam?

Here’s how to tell apart these elegant antelopes:

Springbok
✔️ Found in Southern Africa (Onguma, Kamfers Dam, Founders, Tau, Safarihoek)
✔️ Distinct dark side stripe and a white face with a dark stripe through the eyes
✔️ Known for their dramatic “pronking” jumps

Thomson’s Gazelle
✔️ Found in Eastern Africa (ol Donyo, Serengeti)
✔️ Smaller gazelle with a bold black stripe along each side
✔️ White rump with black tail

Grant’s Gazelle
✔️ Also found in Eastern Africa (ol Donyo, Serengeti)
✔️ Larger than Thomson’s gazelle
✔️ Lacks the black side stripe
✔️ Has a distinctive white patch on the rump that extends up the back

Now you’re ready for your next ID challenge on the cameras.
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