Chendur Photography

Chendur Photography Wildlife and travel photographer exploring stories from nature, with a focus on birds and life around rivers and forests. Living in Hyderabad now.

Sharing moments from Africa, India, and beyond.

19/06/2026

A rainy morning in the Pantanal, and Amber had chosen the safest place for her cubs: up in the branches.

She looked calm, but she was watching carefully. For a jaguar mother, every moment is about protecting her cubs, especially from other male jaguars in the area.

A quiet family moment, with the wild tension of the Pantanal all around them.

The rain continued in Ngorongoro Crater, and the lion pride gave us another beautiful moment to watch.Two cubs were walk...
18/06/2026

The rain continued in Ngorongoro Crater, and the lion pride gave us another beautiful moment to watch.

Two cubs were walking close to their mother, rubbing against her as they moved. It was a small behavior, but very interesting to observe. The mother kept walking calmly while the cubs stayed around her, brushing against her body and staying close.

For lion cubs, this kind of contact is important. Rubbing against their mother helps strengthen the bond, gives them comfort, and keeps them connected to the pride. Lions are very social cats, and touch is a big part of how they communicate with each other.

The rain made the scene even more special. No big action, no hunting, no drama. Just two cubs, their mother, and a quiet family moment inside the crater.

Ngorongoro is known for big wildlife sightings, but sometimes these smaller moments are the ones that stay longer in memory.

A rainy day in Ngorongoro Crater gave us one of the most interesting lion sightings.As we were driving through the crate...
15/06/2026

A rainy day in Ngorongoro Crater gave us one of the most interesting lion sightings.

As we were driving through the crater, the weather changed and it started raining. Soon after, we came across a pride of lions sitting out in the open. The adults looked calm and completely used to the rain, while some of the cubs started playing with each other.

The cubs were jumping, rolling, and bothering each other the way young lions do. The rain did not seem to slow them down. For them, it was just another morning in the crater.

Lion cubs learn a lot through play. Chasing, biting, pouncing, and wrestling helps them build strength, coordination, and hunting skills. What looks like fun is also early training for survival.

Ngorongoro Crater is a great place to observe lions because the crater has open grasslands, water, and plenty of prey. It is one of the best lion habitats in Tanzania, and sightings like this show how these animals live through all kinds of weather.

Rain, lions, cubs, and a quiet crater morning. A simple but memorable safari moment.

Some birds are impossible to ignore, and Grey Crowned Cranes are one of them.Inside Ngorongoro Crater, we came across gr...
14/06/2026

Some birds are impossible to ignore, and Grey Crowned Cranes are one of them.

Inside Ngorongoro Crater, we came across groups of Grey Crowned Cranes that were constantly on the move. They were walking together, calling, feeding, and staying active across the open grasslands. With their golden crown, long legs, and elegant movement, they stood out immediately.

Grey Crowned Cranes are among the most beautiful cranes in Africa. Their “crown” is made of stiff golden feathers, and unlike most crane species, they can perch on trees because they have a long hind toe that helps them grip branches.

They are also known for their courtship dances, where they jump, bow, flap their wings, and call loudly. We did not see a full dance this time, but even their normal movement in groups was interesting to watch.

Ngorongoro Crater is a great place for them because the mix of grasslands, wetlands, and open areas gives them feeding and nesting habitat. They mostly eat seeds, grasses, insects, and small animals.

A beautiful bird, always busy, and a great reminder that the crater is not just about big cats.

At first, the crater looked quiet. Then the flamingos started putting on a show.We reached Ngorongoro Crater early in th...
06/06/2026

At first, the crater looked quiet. Then the flamingos started putting on a show.

We reached Ngorongoro Crater early in the morning and came across a group of Greater Flamingos in the shallow water. We decided to sit there for a while and just observe them.

They were constantly active. Some had their heads deep in the water, filtering for food. Some were walking slowly through the shallows. A few suddenly took off, showing those long pink legs and wings against the crater backdrop.

Flamingos feed by filtering tiny organisms, algae, and small crustaceans from the water using their specially shaped bills. Ngorongoro’s soda lakes are a good place to see them, especially when the water levels and food conditions are right.

Sometimes the best safari moments are not about big cats or dramatic chases. It is just about sitting still and watching life unfold in front of you.

A big male lion can look completely different in every second.Early morning in Ngorongoro Crater, we found this large ma...
05/06/2026

A big male lion can look completely different in every second.

Early morning in Ngorongoro Crater, we found this large male lion walking across the open grassland. A couple of lionesses were following him, and he kept stopping, looking around, yawning, and changing expressions as he moved.

At times he looked alert. At times he looked tired. Sometimes he looked like he was simply not bothered by anything around him.

Ngorongoro Crater is one of the best places in Tanzania to see lions. It was formed when a huge volcano collapsed millions of years ago. Today, the crater floor has grasslands, water, forests, and plenty of prey, which makes it a strong habitat for predators like lions.

Male lions usually spend a lot of energy protecting territory and staying close to females in the pride. That is why even a simple walk can feel interesting to watch. Every look says something.

This early morning sighting was all about his expressions.

The first clue came during the night. From our lodge in the Greater Kruger area, we could hear hyenas calling in the dar...
03/06/2026

The first clue came during the night. From our lodge in the Greater Kruger area, we could hear hyenas calling in the darkness. Their whoops echoed across the bush, making us wonder how close they really were.

The next morning, only a few minutes into our safari drive, we found the answer. A hyena family resting near the lodge, with a male, a female, and several cubs. The cubs were feeding from their mother and seemed far more curious about our vehicle than concerned by it. They watched us closely, occasionally moving around their mother, while both adults remained alert. The male was particularly cautious, and the pair kept a careful eye on us throughout the encounter.

Spotted hyenas are often portrayed as scavengers, but they are highly intelligent predators with complex social structures. Seeing the cubs nursing and the adults quietly protecting them offered a very different perspective on these remarkable animals.

One of those special safari moments where the story began with sounds in the night and ended with a family gathering in the morning light.

When people think of lions, they imagine nonstop action. But on safari, you quickly learn a different reality.We found a...
27/05/2026

When people think of lions, they imagine nonstop action. But on safari, you quickly learn a different reality.

We found a group of lions relaxing in the grassy plains of Sabi Sands, completely at ease. Lions can spend up to 20 hours a day resting, conserving energy for when it matters most. No drama, no movement, just a pride enjoying a quiet moment in the African bush.

Sometimes the peaceful sightings stay with you as much as the action.

At first glance, it looked like a simple birds-in-flight moment in Sabi Sands. A split second later, it became clear tha...
22/05/2026

At first glance, it looked like a simple birds-in-flight moment in Sabi Sands. A split second later, it became clear that this was pure drama unfolding in front of us.

These Egyptian Geese exploded into action with wings spread wide and tempers clearly running high. Despite their name, they are actually more closely related to shelducks than true geese, and they have a reputation for being among the most territorial water birds in Africa. During breeding season they aggressively defend mates, nesting areas, and even chase much larger animals away.

What surprised me most was the speed of it all. One second the grassland was quiet, and the next there was movement everywhere. Wildlife photography often comes down to moments like this. You wait for hours, and then nature gives you a fraction of a second to react.

Sabi Sands is famous for leopards and big mammals, but sometimes the smaller stories turn out to be just as memorable.

Look closely and it almost feels like nature lined this shot up on purpose.This waterbuck sighting in Sabi Sands created...
20/05/2026

Look closely and it almost feels like nature lined this shot up on purpose.

This waterbuck sighting in Sabi Sands created one of those unexpected photography moments. With another animal perfectly framed in the background, the curved horns almost seem to merge into a single scene. Sometimes wildlife photography is less about action and more about patience, timing, and a bit of luck.

Waterbucks are among Africa’s largest antelope species and are usually found close to water sources. Males are easy to identify by their impressive ringed horns that can grow over 90 cm long. Despite their size, they often stay surprisingly calm and simply observe the world around them.

Moments like these are easy to miss on safari, but they often become favorite memories later.

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