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Pronking is a type of Stotting unique to springbok; it<br />

propels the animal into the air with straight legs.<br />

The Shepherds Tree growing in the red sand<br />

provides browse and shade for numerous animals<br />

and birds.<br />

Tsessebe work their way from the vegetated dunes<br />

to water in the Auob River. Tsessebe have glands in<br />

front of their eyes [pre-orbital] used for marking<br />

territory by rubbing the head on ground , grass or<br />

trees. It is a method of scent marking.<br />

Sunset against a camel thorn en route to Twee<br />

Rivieren camp.<br />

I hope that you have enjoyed this short tour into the<br />

Kalahari, the place of thirst. The wildlife and desert<br />

landscapes offer exceptional photographic<br />

opportunities.<br />

For information about guided tours please contact<br />

me:<br />

Ian Bales-Smith of Afrika Tourism and Training.<br />

E – Mail: ibs22dec@gmail.com<br />

The colourful daisy like flowers add colour to the<br />

red sands of the dune veld.<br />

Website = photosociety.net Page 37 email = magazine@photosociety.net

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