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Shannon Wild

Wildlife Cinematographer & Photographer I’m an Aussie living in Africa but working wherever the wildlife calls.
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I’m a passionate wildlife lover and conservationist at heart with a need for technical excellence in what I do.

10/08/2026

🦁 It's World Lion Day!

27/03/2026

Hippos are one of the most misunderstood animals in Africa.

They spend most of their time in water, look slow, and seem calm from a distance.

But they are incredibly fast, highly territorial, and unpredictable.

This is not an animal you ever want to underestimate.
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If you’ve ever seen a hippo on land, you’ll understand just how quickly things can change.

24/03/2026

Most people assume Africa is all about big predators and dramatic hunts.

But some of the most fascinating animals live quietly in the background.

The aardwolf is one of them.

Often mistaken for a hyena, it survives almost entirely on termites, using a completely different strategy to stay alive.

After years in the field, I’ve learned that the animals you don’t expect are often the ones you remember most.

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Have you ever heard of an aardwolf before?

23/03/2026

This is one of those moments that challenges everything people think they know about wildlife.

Wild dogs are not built to take on a leopard.

They rely on stamina, teamwork, and persistence.
A leopard relies on strength, strategy, and explosive power.

And yet… here we are.

Because in the wild, outcomes aren’t decided by hierarchy.
They’re decided by timing, energy, numbers, and opportunity.

It’s unpredictable.
And that’s what keeps you watching.

After more than two decades in the field, I’ve learned that the most important thing is not just seeing…
it’s understanding what you’re seeing.

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Have you ever witnessed something in the wild that completely surprised you?

14/01/2026

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Nikon ZR + Z 70-200mm f2.8

4k 100fps

05/01/2026

Curious hyena 😻

Nikon ZR + Z 70-200mm f2.8

4k 100fps

29/12/2025

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