Hugh Chittenden honoured for his contribution to South African ornithology

Mar 23

Hugh Chittenden is undoubtedly one of South Africa’s finest bird photographers and his work has graced the pages of many Southern African birding publications. Hugh is also a self-taught ornithologist who has spent countless hours in the field studying birds and publishing his fascinating findings thereafter. In recognition of his...

Why is the Ethiopian Bush-crow so restricted in its range?

Mar 19

The following article about the Ethiopian Bush-crow (The IOC labels it Stresemann’ Bushcrow) was recently posted by the Journal of Ornithology, and we thought we’d pass it on verbatim (aside from the addition of some photographs) for some interesting reading….   Why would a smart and adaptable bird that eats...

Northwest Passage Cruise Highlights for 2011

Mar 02

For those of you wishing to feast your eyes on some really lovely images from the Canadian High Arctic, we have posted an article of some of the highlights of last year’s Northwest Passage Cruises onto our Blog. This must be one of the most amazing wildlife voyages possible, with...

The Northwest Passage

Mar 01

While the history of the 300-year search for the Northwest Passage, which links the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans to the north of the North American continent, is certainly well documented, travellers in search of a polar adventure may be less aware of the astounding variety and volume of wildlife to...

Rockjumper’s new Feathered Friend!

Feb 27

Rockjumper is proud to announce our recent sponsorship of a one year upkeep for a magnificent Verreaux's Eagle ("Capone") at the African Bird of Prey Sanctuary, situated in the Camperdown area of Kwa-Zulu Natal, South Africa.  This brilliant conservation initiative specializes in the rehabilitation and treatment of injured raptors and...