Africa
A male lion gazes intensely at the camera with piercing eyes as he strolls across the plains.
2023 – Kenya
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— Echoes from the Wild – When the Wild Looks Back
He watched me just as closely as I watched him — his gaze steady, his presence undeniable.
2023 – Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, Uganda
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— Echoes from the Wild – The Impenetrable Forest
— Travel Journals– Africa’s Gentle Giants: Photographing Gorillas in Bwindi
— Travel Journals– The Gorilla Habituation Trek Experience
Survival is never certain. This cheetah mother finally brought down a meal for her two cubs.
2023 – Mara North Conservancy, Kenya
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— Echoes from the Wild – The Weight of Survival
— Travel Journal Series – Following the Cheetah
I miss the rains down in Africa.
2023 – Masai Mara, Kenya
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A solitary leopard weaves through the underbrush and falling rain, silently tracking its next meal.
2023 – Masai Mara, Kenya
Brilliant in the light, fleeting in the frame — a rare glimpse of this elusive forest jewel.
2023 – Lake Mutanda, Uganda
Two cheetah cubs crouch low in the grass, watching intently as their mother walks away to begin her hunt.
2023 – Mara North Conservancy, Kenya
Read more of this moment:
— Echoes from the Wild – The Weight of Survival
— Travel Journal Series – Following the Cheetah
A rare moment with the shoebill stork — still, ancient, and utterly present in the Ugandan swamp.
2023 – Mabamba Wetlands, Uganda
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– Echoes from the Wild – In the Quiet of the Reeds
A female mountain gorilla calmly feeding in the dense greenery of Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable Forest.
2023 – Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, Uganda
Read more of this moment:
— Echoes from the Wild – The Impenetrable Forest
— Travel Journals – The Gorilla Habituation Trek Experience
— Travel Journals – Africa’s Gentle Giants: Photographing Gorillas in Bwindi
A large male hippopotamus wards off a croccodile attack.
2023-Mara River, Kenya
A lion’s intentional look.
2023 – Masai Mara, Kenya
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Echoes from the Wild – When the Wild Looks Back
The Masai Mara glows with vibrant hues. A lone acacia tree and safari jeep stand against the fiery sunset, capturing the wild beauty of Kenya’s iconic landscape.
2023 – Masai Mara, Kenya
A small herd paused beneath the only shade for miles—a lone acacia, holding the weight of the afternoon sun and a family of elephants beneath its branches.
2023-Masai Mara, Kenya
A vibrant little bee-eater perched on the banks of the Mara River, adding a splash of color to the Kenyan landscape.
2023 – Masai Mara, Kenya
A female cheetah sits perfectly camouflaged in the tall grasses, its keen eyes scanning the Masai Mara savannah.
2023 Masai Mara, Kenya
Read more of this moment:
— Echoes from the Wild – The Weight of Survival
— Travel Journal Series – Following the Cheetah
A solitary giraffe stretches its long neck to gaze at the camera, its elegant form silhouetted against a backdrop of rolling hills and scattered trees.
2023-Kenya
A silverback gorilla sits quietly in the misty forest of Mgahinga National Park — powerful, calm, and aware.
2023 – Mgahinga National Park, Uganda
She didn’t need to move to lead.
In hyena society, the females rule—and she knew it.
2023- Masai Mara, Kenya
A flash of color through the canopy—seen briefly, remembered vividly.
2023 – Uganda
Two elephants move in quiet companionship across the golden grasses, their pace unhurried beneath the vast Kenyan sky.
2023–Masai Mara, Kenya
A quiet moment in the grass—protection, presence, and the bond that needs no words.
2023 – Kenya
Two lions stroll across the open savanna, showcasing the beauty and power of Africa's wildlife.
Read more of this moment:
— Echoes from the Wild – When the Wild Looks Back
A vibrant kingfisher perches momentarily with a shimmering minnow in its beak—freshly plucked from the waters.
2023–Mabamba Swamp, Uganda
Zebras graze peacefully, their distinctive stripes contrasting with the lush grass.
Canon R5+RF 70-200mm f/2.8 L IS USM.
2023 ©LonaDownsPhotography
A rare and fascinating glimpse into the world of one of nature’s most enigmatic birds.
2023 – Mabamba Wetlands, Uganda
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– Echoes from the Wild – In the Quiet of the Reeds
A mighty elephant strides through the golden hour light, embodying the timeless beauty of the savanna.
2023 – Masai Mara, Kenya
A leopard moves silently through the dense vegetation, its focused gaze locked on its target. In Kenya's wilderness, every step is a masterclass in stealth and power.
Canon R5+EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L is II USM Lens
2023 ©LonaDownsPhotography
Two giraffes stand tall, gazing over the horizon while a third munches on tender leaves from a treetop. A beautiful moment in the Kenyan landscape!
Canon R5+EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L is II USM Lens
2023 ©LonaDownsPhotography
"A close side view of a female hyena, alert and focused. Her quiet strength is unmistakable."
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV+EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L is II USM Lens
2023 ©LonaDownsPhotography
A solitary leopard weaves through the underbrush and falling rain, silently tracking its next meal.
2023 – Masai Mara, Kenya
A lone hippo peers from the murky Mara River, vigilant and territorial. This imposing presence reflects the wild's untamed nature and the hippo's dominance in its habitat.
R5+EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L is II USM Lens
2023 ©LonaDownsPhotography
Perched high in the mountains above Lake Mutanda, an iridescent Stuhlmann's sunbird catches the light. Its shimmering plumage adds a vibrant touch to the peaceful Ugandan landscape.
Canon R5+EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L is II USM Lens
2023 ©LonaDownsPhotography
The yellow-billed oxpecker catches a ride, snacking on pests while the zebra enjoys a natural clean-up service.
Canon R5+RF 70-200mm f/2.8 L IS USM.
2023 ©LonaDownsPhotography
A baby mountain gorilla enjoys fresh bamboo left by the adults — a playful glimpse into family life in Uganda’s Virunga Mountains.
2023 – Mgahinga National Park, Uganda
Two cheetah cubs sit quietly on the open savanna, their eyes alert as they wait for their mother’s return.
Read more of this moment:
— Travel Journal Series – Following the Cheetah
Elephants rest beneath the graceful branches of an acacia, captured in timeless black and white.
Canon R5+RF 70-200mm f/2.8 L IS USM.
2023 ©LonaDownsPhotography
A zebra showcased in the morning’s golden glow with two hot air balloons drifting gracefully in the backdrop. A perfect start to a day in Kenya's stunning landscape.
Canon R5+RF 70-200mm f/2.8 L IS USM.
2023 ©LonaDownsPhotography
A solitary male lion strides confidently across the open savanna, embodying power and grace. His commanding presence is a testament to his reign over the wild landscape.
Canon R5+RF 70-200mm f/2.8 L IS USM.
2023 ©LonaDownsPhotography