Paddy was born in Rhodesia and from a very early age, it was apparent that his interests lay in wildlife and the African bush.

    Paddy has spent the last 22 years in South African private game reserves, conducting safaris, managing lodges and training rangers.

    This life style has taken him into the field of photography and he has become a renowned ornithologist.

    His ability to seek out and read the game of Africa is without question, exceptional.

    Click the thumbnails below to view Paddy Hagelthorns' amazing photographs...

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