ConservationJune 18, 2025
Buffalo Herds Concentrate on Chada Plains
Late dry-season sightings peak as herds gather around remaining water sources on the Katuma floodplain.
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ResearchJune 1, 2025
Hippo Pool Monitoring Expanded
Rangers deploy additional gauges at Ikuu and Katuma pools to track water levels and hippo health.
AnnouncementsMay 24, 2025
Miombo Fire-Management Briefing
Early-season controlled burns reduce fuel loads and protect woodland edges near key wetlands.
EventsMay 10, 2025
Lion–Hyena Dynamics Seminar
Field researchers present new insights on scavenger competition along the Katuma corridor.
AnnouncementsApril 27, 2025
Visitor Orientation Point Refreshed
Updated maps and safety guidance rolled out at Ikuu to improve self-drive experiences.
ResearchApril 12, 2025
Waterfalls Trail Survey
Hiking team assesses Chorangwa, Lukima & Ndido routes for post-rain maintenance priorities.
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Katuma in the Dry: Where the Wild Converges
As the floodplains dry, wildlife funnels to the Katuma River — hippos crowd pools, crocs retreat to bank caves, and buffalo herds merge into awe-inspiring numbers. It’s Katavi at its most dramatic.
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