Vast Herds

Herds of wildebeest and zebra stretch as far as the eye can see, typical of the Serengeti and the Ngorongoro area.

Grants Gazelle

This majestic Grants Gazelle enjoys green grasses in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

Serengeti Queen on her throne

This lioness surveys the endless plains of the Serengeti from a choice vantage point. I'm told that Serengeti means 'endless plains' in the Swahili language.

Proud prince

This male giraffe stands tall in the acacia forest of Tarangire National Park.

Giraffes in stereo

These two giraffes seem to have synced their moves and feeding habits very well.

Red-billed Hornbill

Tanzania is one of the world's best places to see birds of all descriptions, including this interesting Hornbill in the Ngorongoro Crater.

Majestic Bull Elephant

This African bush elephant feeds peacefully on the lush grasses and serene landscape of the Ngorongoro Crater.

Blue Monkey

This beautiful Blue Monkey is gazing (seemingly pensively) into the tropical rain forest of Lake Manyara National Park.

Friend or foe?

These two Grants Gazelle bucks are either engaged in a friendly greeting or a stand-off of some sort.

Trumpeter Hornbill

This hornbill with a unique and weathered appearance feeds on fruit and insects, and apparently has a predilection for wild figs.

Curious elephant

This majestic , gentle giant approaches the photographer out of curiosity, as it feeds on the lush vegetation of Tarangire National Park,.

Warthog portrait

This magnificent large warthog was grazing in the fertile grasslands of the Ngorongoro Crater. Male warthogs can weigh up to 150 kg.

Seeking shade

This elephant herd shelters from the midday heat under a large tree in Tarangire National Park.

Baboon portrait

Lake Manyara National Park.

Hungry little baboon

Is this little fellow hungry or just curious to see what tree bark tastes like? Either way, he is certainly extremely cute.

Blue Monkey

Seemingly without a care in the world, this large Blue Monkey in Lake Manyara National Park munches on some fresh leaves.

Hippo gape

This male hippopotamus in Serengeti National Park is 'gaping': opening wide as a display of dominance to intimidate other males in the river.

Gazelles under Baobob Tree

A male gazelle and his herd congregate under an ancient Baobob tree. Among Africa's oldest trees, the Baobob may live to be 3,000 years old.

Male Ostrich

This large ostrich keeps watch over his family in the grasslands of Tarangire National Park.

Serengeti Old Timer

This lone elephant was feeding under a large tree in Serengeti National Park.

Great White Pelican

This beautiful Pelican is resting in one of the many wetland areas of the Ngorongoro Crater.

Great pose

This feeding giraffe is seemingly striking a cheeky pose as it feeds.

Bright-eyed Baboon

This young baboon's attention has been captured by something intriguing, judging by its expression.

Gentle giant grazing

This beautiful elephant was grazing alone at the edge of clearing in Lake Manyara National Park.