African Civet at Great Rift Valley

The Great Rift Valley's tectonic trench, its escarpments & volcanic peaks framing soda lakes, savannah grassland, acacia woodland, & scrubby bushveld, offers exactly the kind of varied terrain in which the African Civet can be sought. Photographers joining Wildlife of Shompole Wilderness typically have their best opportunities in October, when this landscape's mosaic of habitats comes into play across the wider Rift system. The dramatic backdrop of escarpment & grassland makes for compelling context shots even as you work to locate this elusive species. Patience & quiet observation across these varied habitats remain the key to a successful sighting here.