We ( Natasha and I ) and 18 passengers , were fortunate on Sunday
morning at 08h00 to see something exceptionally special !
Crocodiles mating ! And able to photograph it ! I’ve been on
the water for almost 10 years , and in 10 years this is now only
the 2nd time that I’ve actually SEEN the crocs mating.
During the mating season , males attract females by bellowing ,
slapping their snouts in the water, blowing water out of their
noses , and making a variety of noises .
The larger males of a population tend to be more successful . Once
a female has been attracted , the pair wabble and rub underside of
their jaws together .
Females lay eggs about 2 months after mating . For the next 6
months we will be on our summer departure times for the Hippo/Croc
Tours which is 10h00 , 12h00 , 14h00 and 16h00 and then adding an
additional 08h00 tour if there is bigger demand ! It’s
actually beautiful on the water so early in the morning!
Accommodation in St Lucia was very fully booked over the long
weekend , but if possible , try and keep in touch with us if you do
have empty rooms , as if someone then walks into the office we know
where to refer them to . WHALE WATCHING was awesome this weekend !
Many trips , the weather was kind for most of the weekend and lots
of happy customers ! There is only about 35days before The Greater
St Lucia Wetland Park will be known as iSimangaliso Wetland Park -
this new name will come into effect as from 1 November 2007 . |
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