Bidzane

Bidzane is a young bull living in the Kruger National Park. As his appearance shows significant similarities to Timaka, a known bull living in the same area, his existence was initially questioned. Ms Arks Smith, a SANParks research project member, identified in a detailed submission in 2006 the differences between the two bulls and highlighted the special characteristics of Bidzane. Furthermore she elected him as the 1^st price winner in the 2006 Emerging Tuskers competition.  

The magnificent elephant is named in 2007 in memory of Gus Adendorff, who served as a ranger in the KNP for 27 years. “Bidzane” is Swahili and refers to the headdress of the fascinating ranger. 

Identification Characteristics: Bidzane has a very special and unmistakable notch in the middle of his left ear lobe and a notable hole with a scope of 10cm. His left tusk is curving up more than his right one.