Wednesday 15 August 2012

Splish Splash...


As many of you may know our ostriches have really become part of the family, quite literally. However, we were really surprised as to what one female got up to the other day.

 On Monday the 30th one of our guests was enjoying a relaxing mid afternoon swim, and didn’t think much of the curious Ostrich’s presence (Those of you who have been to Ubizane know that the ostriches are very inquisitive and are forever milling in everyone’s business).  This time however it seemed it was more than mere curiosity that drew the Ostrich closer and closer to the edge of the pool.  



Clearly the heat had gotten to the Ostrich as well, and she boldly took a step forward and landed with a splash into the pool at Safari Lodge. After a casual swim to the steps of the pool, the drenched ostrich elegantly climbed out the pool and casually strolled away, as if nothing was wrong. This I’m sure you can imagine left our guest in amazement!  


Even though the ostrich may have a brain smaller than its eyeball, it clearly has enough brain capacity to realize when it is getting hot, and that the pool is an ideal place to cool off. Our only concern is that if the ostriches are taking a dip in winter, what are they going to be doing in summer? 


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