Tracking down the almost mythical African Black Leopard was, to put it simply, a dream come true. A couple of years ago, a hidden secret in the wilderness of Kenya was uncovered using high-tech camera traps. There are now several known black leopards in Laikipia lurking around in the darkness of the night, and it has been my dream to catch a glimpse of one. I find it exhilarating to know that even in this modern day and age, there are still unknown treasures hidden away in the wild, waiting to be discovered.

Nothing could have prepared me for when I first laid eyes on her. My eyes sprung out much like they did when I encountered my first Tusker Elephant. I couldn't take my eyes off her as I shook with excitement. I could barely hold my camera still as I watched her in the torchlight, slinking through the darkness like a shadow.

Nothing could have prepared me for when I first laid eyes on her. My eyes sprung out much like they did when I encountered my first Tusker Elephant. I couldn't take my eyes off her as I shook with excitement. I could barely hold my camera still as I watched her in the torchlight, slinking through the darkness like a shadow.

On my second last morning, my luck only improved. I spent a few fleeting moments with her only minutes after sunrise before she disappeared across the river and out of reach. I want to mention special thanks to my outstanding guide Stephen who has tracked Giza since birth and has spent more time with her than anybody else. Without him, I wouldn't have had a chance.

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