Mtoto on the move! Mountain bongo are solitary animals and need a lot of space to roam around. They typically utilize a home range of around 10 square kilometers (4 square miles). However, this can vary depending on the availability of food and water. In areas with...
A workshop filled with wildlife and wonder If you’re a wildlife artist looking for inspiration, then a trip to Watatunga in Norfolk is a must. The beautiful reserve is home to a variety of animals and dedicated to the conservation of endangered deer, antelope and...
This Season’s Summer Style: Dusky Dewlaps! The Dewlap: What is it and what does it do? The dewlap is a longitudinal flap of skin or similar flesh that hangs beneath the lower jaw or neck of many vertebrates. It is found in a variety of animals, including...
Glorious guineafowl, splendid sainfoin! You may be wondering why we call them glorious guineafowl and splendid sainfoin – read on to find out why they’re an amazing resource for us at Watatunga! Guineafowl: Natural Tick Controllers Guineafowl are not only...
Welcome Mtoto! In May we were thrilled to welcome back a male bongo to Watatunga Wildlife Reserve. Mtoto has settled in really well and is frequently spotted on tour. Find out more about what the first months involved via this interview with Molly, our Reserve...
We Won Gold! On the 7th June, Ed and I were invited to the national finals of the Visit England Awards for Excellence 2023, with Watatunga Wildlife Reserve shortlisted in the category of Best Small Visitor Attraction in the country. It was a thrillling night, but...
