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Andrea Schmid

Andrea started her field guide qualification with EcoTraining in the first ever online theory course due to the pandemic in 2020. After borders reopended in 2021, she gained practical skills and experience during the 35-day practical at Pridelands Conservancy. Several trips to southern africa followed, being enriched by the acquired knowledge. She is currently living in Germany working in the medical field, however, the deep love for the South African bush and its wildlife remained.
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How to Find a Chameleon

Imagine yourself in the South African bush after a lovely day out, driving back to camp in the evening. You shine with the spotlight right and left, hoping to see something interesting, when you spot a small whitish reptile on the tree branch before you. Could this be a chameleon?

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elephant herd in Pridelands with the mountain range in the background
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The Elephant is Watching You

Many people love encountering elephants on their game drive in the South African bush, regardless of whether it is on an individual or a whole herd. Besides the obvious visible behaviour, there are many smaller signs of body language. Knowing them and being able to interpret them can increase your enjoyment of any elephant sighting.

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arrow-marked babbler
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The Magic of the Morning Chorus

Imagine yourself early in the morning in the middle of the South African bush; the sun is just about to rise, and the wildlife begins to wake up. You close your eyes and listen. What can you hear?

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