A majestic collared Tusker called Shoshangaan is a frequent visitor to Ezulwini River Lodge. This incredible elephant bull is estimated to be 40 – 45 years old and there is speculation that he originally wandered over from the Kruger National Park.
His movements and habits are all monitored via the collar on his neck. The collar is an effective approach in protecting wildlife populations and their environment. He is collared by Save the Elephant foundation and when he first appeared on the River Lodge turf he was agitated around vehicles He since relaxed and has found his space in the Balule. Imagine relaxing on the deck overlooking the Balule and a huge bull elephant emerges from the thicket metres away from you!
It so happens that Shoshangaan is a repeat guest of Ezulwini Game Lodge. This bull elephant enjoys getting up close to the wooden walkway, which is frequented by guests.
Over the past 3 weeks this gentle giant has been spotted on more than one occasion. Shoshangaan was blissfully unaware of his surrounds and carried on with his browsing and showing off the dexterity of his trunk; much to the delight of eager onlookers.
Jochen and Mira managed to take photos and videos of this giant jumbo in the early afternoon while he was feeding close to the lodge. As the sun sank into the horizon he wondered over to the waterhole at the back of the lodge – probably to quench his thirst after all that browsing.
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