Meerkat Collection (page 12)

Meerkat - looking up
DOW-415 Meerkat / Suricate Suricata suricata Steve Downer Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Meerkat
DOW-413 Meerkat / Suricate Suricata suricata Steve Downer Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Meerkat / Suricate - Wildlife Park Combe Martin Devon UK
MAB-1325 Meerkat / Suricate Wildlife Park Combe Martin Devon UK Suricata suricatta Mark Boulton Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

Suricate / Meerkat - young suckling Kalahari Desert, Africa
CH-5812 Suricate / Meerkat - young suckling Kalahari Desert, Africa. Suricata suricatta Clem Haagner Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Suricate / Meerkat - troop sunbathing on a winter sunrise
CH-4039 Suricate / Meerkat - troop sunbathing on a winter sunrise Suricata suricatta Clem Haagner Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

Suricate / Meerkat - eating Gecko given by nursemaid Kalahari Desert, Africa
CH-4058 Suricate / Meerkat - eating Gecko given by nursemaid Kalahari Desert, Africa. Suricata suricatta Clem Haagner Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Suricate / Meerkat - part of troup sunbathing Kalahari Africa
CH-4040 Suricate / Meerkat - part of troup sunbathing Kalahari Africa Suricata suricatta Clem Haagner Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Suricate / Meerkat - group emerging from hole after escaping danger Kalahari, Africa
CH-4049 Suricate / Meerkat - group emerging from hole after escaping danger Kalahari, Africa. Clem Haagner Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Suricate / Meerkat - Two different aged young on lookout at the edge of burrow - Kalahari Desert, Southeast Namibia
TD-1472 Suricate / Meerkat - two different aged young on lookout at the edge of burrow. Kalahari Desert, Southeast Namibia

Meerkat (Suricata suricatta) with young, Kalahari Meerkat Project, Van Zylsrus, Northern Cape, South Africa, Africa

Meerkats (Suricata suricatta) with young, Kalahari Meerkat Project, Van Zylsrus, Northern Cape, South Africa, Africa

Meerkat (Suricata suricatta) sentinel, Kalahari Meerkat Project, Van Zylsrus, Northern Cape, South Africa, Africa

Meerkat sentinel (Suricatta suricata), Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, Northern Cape, South Africa, Africa

Suricate / Meerkat sentinel with youngster. Occurs in South West Arid Zone and adjacent Southern savanna
ASW-4730 Suricate / Meerkat sentinel with youngster. Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, Northern Cape, South Africa Suricata suricatta Alan J. S

Suricate / Meerkat sentinel with youngster digging. Occurs in South West Arid Zone and adjacent Southern savanna
ASW-4729 Suricate / Meerkat sentinel with youngster digging. Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, Northern Cape, South Africa. Suricata suricatta Alan J. S

Suricate - Eating solifuge, South Africa
PS-8927 Suricate - Eating solifuge / wind scorpion / sun spider / camel spider South Africa Suricata suricata Peter Steyn Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Suricate / Meerkat Group on the look-out. Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, South Africa
VAN-197-m Suricate / Meerkat - Group on the look-out Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, South Africa. Suricata suriatta Ingrid Van den Berg Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Suricate / Meerkat - sentinal standing on termite mound. Mountain Zebra National Park, Eastern Cape, South Africa
ASW-4686-M Suricate / Meerkat - sentinal standing on termite mound Mountain Zebra National Park, Eastern Cape, South Africa. Suricata suricatta Alan J. S

Meerka (Suricata suricatta) with young, Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, South Africa, Africa

Bewick / Meerkat
(Suricata suricatta) also named by Bewick the SURICATE or four-toed weasel, famed for its tendency to stand on its hind legs when looking out for enemies

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In the vast and arid landscape of the Kalahari Desert in Namibia, Africa, a meerkat family with their young stands on high alert at the edge of their burrow. These small creatures, also known as suricates, are renowned for their vigilant nature and cooperative behavior. Picture No. 10877184 captures this heartwarming scene as they stand together, ready to defend against any potential threats that may lurk nearby. Their keen eyes scan the horizon while their bodies remain poised for action. But not all photos depict these fascinating animals in their natural state. In one digital manipulation, they don woolly hats, adding a touch of whimsy to their already endearing appearance. Another image showcases them wearing Christmas hats - an adorable sight that brings festive cheer even to the rugged desert terrain, and are highly social creatures who thrive in close-knit communities called packs or mobs. This is evident in another photo where a pack of meerkats gathers near the Ntwetwe salt pan, displaying unity and strength through numbers. Their resourcefulness extends beyond mere protection; they are also skilled sunbathers. As depicted in another snapshot taken during early morning hours, one individual luxuriates under the warm rays of sunlight - finding solace amidst harsh conditions. The Kalahari Meerkat Project at Van Zylsrus provides invaluable insights into these captivating creatures' lives. Researchers study their behaviors and interactions within groups to unravel secrets about communication patterns and survival strategies unique to meerkats. While it's easy to be captivated by these charismatic mammals alone, let us not forget other remarkable species sharing our planet's biodiversity. A Binturong (Arctictis binturong) makes an appearance alongside a meerkat - showcasing nature's diverse tapestry through this unexpected encounter. Whether adorned with winter accessories or simply basking under African skies, each photograph showcases the meerkat's resilience, adaptability, and undeniable charm.