Papua New Guinea and Indonesia in 1 month
Hello all, this is kind of a crazy question but I’m looking for anyone who might be interested in joining me for a Papua New Guinea (and potentially some Indonesia) mammalwat
Seeking advice on Mustelids in the UK
Hi folks, I’m spending a couple of weeks in Scotland (mainly) and UK in early October, and seeking tips on where to see smaller mustelids. I’m sorted for otters, pine m
Arctic Foxes in Iceland 2025
Just a short note for people interested We visited 3 sites mentioned by this forum in the past. Möðrudalur/Fjalladýrð: The arctic foxes are fed and only semi-wild. The den is j
Superb Sunda Clouded Leopard Sighting: My lucky hat strikes again
Last month I took my kids to Sabah for a week of what I described as a ‘relaxed’ mammal trip. I wait to learn what adjective Katy Hall will pick … but I doubt whe
New publication on Ginkgo-toothed Beaked Whale (Mesoplodon ginkgodens)
Hi all, I thought I’d share a link to a significant and exciting new paper. Ginkgo-toothed Beaked Whale (Mesoplodon ginkgodens) is very poorly known, mostly from strandings.
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Royle Safaris are returning to Ghana in March next year and have 3 places remaining on the trip. Many West African endemics such as white-thighed colobus, mona monkey, Benin tree h
Antarctic Cruise in January 2027 with Naturetrek and mammalwatching: one quad cabin now available
If you are thinking about joining the mammalwatching cruise to Antarctica in January 2027 then I understand one quad cabin – the most affordable option – is now availab
Golden Jackal and Beavers in Hungary
Hi everyone, I’m planning a trip to Hungary and was wondering if anyone has recommendations for reliable spots to see Golden Jackals or Beavers. I’d really appreciate any tips
New Podcast Episode: African Golden Cat researcher Laila Bahaa-el-din
In the August podcast episode Charles and I talk with carnivore conservation expert Laila Bahaa-el-din. Laila studied the near mythical African Golden Cat for her PhD in Gabon from
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