A personal tribute to HUKUMURI the leopard - Rest in peace, Big Guy!

This is a personal tribute to Hukumuri - one of the most famous male leopards of the Sabi Sands and one that I was fortunate to follow and photograph for a long time...
Hukumuri was tragically killed in the community neighbouring the Sabi Sands and Manyeleti and you can find more facts about the incident in this insightful blog post by Africa Geographic: africageographic.com/stories/...
We will miss you dearly, Big Guy!
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[@KatherineUribe-1]

I'm absolutely heartbroken. I loved Hukumuri, marveled at his fierce will to live and thrive. Despite having lost an eye, Hukumuri continued to be a stellar presence in the Sabi Sands, commanding awe and respect with his hunting prowess. His death is a loss for all of us. I have read the article regarding his demise. Human conflict and habitat loss are the two greatest problems facing wildlife worldwide. The villagers are to be commended for working with the authorities in this issue although the outcome is devastating for all concerned. I will miss Hukumuri, mourn the loss of a great leopard, and rejoice in the wild and free way in which he lived his noble life. "Good night, sweet prince; And flights of angels sing thee to thy rest." Shakespeare

[@TheSafariExpert]

Me too 😔

[@pheart2381]

I'm gutted! Such a personality,a rough diamond.

[@mariannevoight3611]

Beautifully written - xx

[@ayina111]

💔

[@katsaliba9490]

The outcome may be devastating for all concerned. But it is the worst for Hukumuri.

[@hopefaith179]

I miss you beautiful one 💖💖 I am so blessed to have been able to watch and admire you on this channel! You will never be forgotten big boy!🙌👼🙏

[@horselover7744]

Missing you everyday Your memory is always here as long as we never forget your beautiful journey Couldn't comment before The tears and the pain were just too much.... My boy the Huk Love you Forever 💓💓💓

[@pinkrosewolf]

He will be greatly missed. I loved how after the lost if the eye he did not let it stop him. May his children live. A long time and have many grandcubs for him. R.I.P my friend The Huk.

[@TheSafariExpert]

Wolfie, he will indeed...

[@horselover7744]

Today marks a year since our dear friend Huk went unto leopard heaven miss him so much 😢

[@michelerieff7322]

Beautiful tribute Hukumuri deserved it. A special leopard and archetypal figure. There was more than meets the eye with him. RIP Hukumuri♥️

[@irishrebel2952]

Still cant believe hes gone 😥 he was such a special leopard, he was so strong and never gave up, even with one eye, loved him,he is a legend, he will always be remembered in our hearts ❤

[@TheSafariExpert]

He really was 😔

[@KatherineUribe-1]

May Hukumuri roam the savannas of Eternity in peace, wild and free for all time.

[@romimanrique2472]

I hear the wind call your name It calls me back home again It sparks up the fire, a flame that still burns Oh, it's to you, I'll always return, yeah I still feel your breath on my skin I hear your voice deep within The sound of my lover, a feeling so strong Oh, it's to you, I'll always belong Now I know it's true, yeah My every road leads to you And in the hour of darkness, darling Your light gets me through Wanna swim in your river Be warm by your sun Bathe in your waters 'Cause you are the one I can't stand the distance I can't dream alone I can't wait to see you Yes, I'm on my way home I'm on my way Oh, I hear the wind call your name The sound that leads me home again It sparks up the fire, a flame that still burns Oh, it's to you I will always return

[@sallyh3229]

Beautiful tribute. It reduced me to tears. Wildlife human conflict has to be addressed by all who follow these follow amazing animals .

[@TheSafariExpert]

Thank you, Sally

[@mikemacdonald7595]

Hukumiri you stood tall an proud before the worlds eyes. May your passing be a lesson to us all.

[@rdcs1959]

iT WILL JUST GO ON AND ON AND HUMANS WILL NEVER LEARN!!

[@kenneths.perlman1112]

I was at Sabi Sabi in 2009. Adored the Leopards we saw there and several of my very favorite pictures are of one in a tree tugging at an antelope she had stuffed there, Its horns were caught on the branches and no matter how hard she tugged in the wrong direction she could not move it. We sat and watched her for almost an hour. We saw another beautiful one eyed Leopard in South Luangwa in 2017 . They are magnificent creatures. Thank you so much for posting this wonderful tribute.

[@melaniemaske3019]

Great tribute. Wish I had seen him in real life, what a special specimen.

[@hennie8486]

A great tribute to an awesome leopard. Thank you Villiers. Hopefully his legacy will live on. He was a warrior and fighter that never gave up. It's just sad that he had to die at the hands of humans and not in a natural way. RIP Hukumuri

[@Adele28.13]

I still can't watch this without crying. I feel such anger and sadness. Not over the whole political side of it, but purely for the loss of such a magnificent, powerful and awe inspiring animal. I have and ALWAYS will stand by my feelings that these animals were here long before us, and hopefully long after us. Rest in Paradise sweet boy. You were taken in circumstances that never should have happened. I do just want to make clear I am blaming no one, I understand there are multiple sides to this and reasons. Like I said. It is purely and simply sadness over such a huge loss. Having SL got me through the worst times of my life when my illnesses nearly took my life. It gave me a way to connect with my life passion, animals and nature. All I will say is my love goes out to the others that have felt this awful loss as deeply as I have. XxxxxX

[@yvettedaly9559]

Thank you Villiers for your lovely tribute to Hukimuri. A leopard with great character that walked many Kim’s from Croc Bridge to find a special place in our hearts. I only wish you didn’t condone or were able to delete the hateful, ignorant comments that have ensued and you were able to tackle the reality of this sad situation. Never any winners in HWC.

[@camopug]

Absolutely heartbroken. He was the first leopard I met via the drive and fell in love instantly. He had so many years left to live. I'm so sad he went the way he did and will miss him dearly. Thank you for this video. I'm sitting here sobbing again.

[@TheSafariExpert]

He was a real character

[@Vimlan123]

Me too just too sad

[@timn9817]

Thanks ever so much for an amazing tribute. I'm deeply sadden by this loss. I wish we knew how to share our planet better with all of mother nature's beautiful creatures.

[@gigicostlow4414]

Thank you for this beautiful tribute. He was a magnificent leopard and will be sorely missed.

[@TheSafariExpert]

My pleasure, Gigi

[@mariannevoight3611]

Villiars - this is by far one of the most beautiful tributes to Hukumuri 🐾 He’s been gone almost 6 months now .. I miss him and I watch your tribute when I need to see him. The images you have captured - the colours, his swagger, his “Huk look” , the music .. really summed up this beautiful big boy. Hukumuri - I hope you are watching over from above & just know you are so missed xx Marianne NZ

[@Adele28.13]

I fully agree with Marianne. Beautiful tribute to a powerful being that was let down by mankind. X

[@mariannevoight3611]

Hard to believe you’ve been gone just over a year my boy. You are so missed on the WE live drives. 😢🐾 May your spirit keep walking the road of Djuma early in the morning xx ♥️ This is my most favourite tribute to Hukumuri .. I never get tired of watching this .. ♥️🐾 Marianne NZ

[@debbiemandy8014]

How lovely! The song was perfect! I will miss him dearly. RIP lovely gangster with a beautiful soul. Thank you for the video.

[@Wysteria-Whisper]

I loved Hukumuri and will forever. Hukumuri was one of the greatest leopards, loved by so many, and now grieved by all but will always be loved forever. I wish Hukumuri to 'Rest In Eternal Wild Life Peace'.

[@Adele28.13]

Rest In Paradise Huk. You will always be in our hearts and your story lives on in us. Join the rest of the great ones. A truely beautiful and fitting tribute to a well loved and respected soul. Goodbye Legend. XxXxX 💔 💔 💚 💚

[@mariannevoight3611]

I have watched this a few times now - I ♥️ it . Watching the WE drives, I miss seeing sightings of him 😔 Hukumuri .. you are missed big fella xx xx Marianne, NZ

[@fionavara]

Love u Huk, thanks for being so tolerant with us for all these years! So sad we couldn't repay you and be as tolerating back, our loss!

[@ninapopal6118]

Well said!

[@lindamusso4437]

Txs for this incredible video , watching and crying for the lost of this Beloved Leopard that I have grown to love over the years following his tremendous fight to survive. Gone too soon

[@TheSafariExpert]

My pleasure, Linda

[@chrisgetti1009]

Thank u for all the years u let us watch you our friend..rip..

[@rayettabundy9424]

Rest in paradise Hukumuri , fly high Angel..... we are grateful that we got to share some of you're life with you ...

[@Mondibaby]

beautiful tribute ... I also have many memories of Hukumuri making appearances on WE live safaris ... he was such an awesome character ... always seemed to have been in a fight though ... rest easy now, brave one ... you couldn't win that last fight of yours ... being up against the human race ...

[@ninapopal6118]

He didn’t got any chance to fight humans, he was shot by a bullet from distance. Humans failed here!

[@conniebabe1602]

Devastatingly sad. My tears flow and I’ll miss this prince of a leopard.💔

[@TheSafariExpert]

😔😔😔

[@gud-onevantonder6693]

Huk, is a legend. You life story after losing your eye has given us hope. Rip

[@bornfree8487]

A wonderful tribute. Animals deserve to be respected as individuals and remembered as fellow beings. Mostly it saddens me to know that humans continue to impinge on our non-human neighbours making their existence untenable I’m really sorry about that

[@TheSafariExpert]

Thank you, Born Free

[@mariejones2302]

So true and so Sad

[@rdcs1959]

me too! it's happening all over the world to our wildlife!! I dont know the solution besides stop having all these kids and building sprawl would certainly help!!!

[@michellestemm774]

Hear Hear. Agree 100%.

[@kingquad6677]

I'm glad I got to love him! HUKUMURI HUKUMURI HUKUMURI.... RIP!

[@reneebrown3766]

Invaluable wildlife education for everyone not on the frontline of conservation and protection, succinctly and empathetically explained. Thank you sir! Will be sharing on social media, one aim, EDUCATE.

[@Adele28.13]

I dont think I will ever be able to watch this and listen to the song without feeling that this was and always will be one hell of a blow to all of Huks family. May he live on forever. And always be loved. Xxx

[@MJ-gq8hm]

Huk didn't die, he just went home! RIP 🙏 A true OG forever!✌

[@TheSafariExpert]

🙌🏻

[@fourtyfive5620]

MJ i love that!!

[@MJ-gq8hm]

@@fourtyfive5620 🙏✌

[@fukatrumume9750]

So sorry Hukumuri, you were shot to death. Savage. Read the article on "The death of Hukumuri" from Africa Geographic Stories. Couldn't refrain from commenting: Humans know better yet fail to act better. Killing a wild animal that also struggles to survive out of instincts & due to habitat loss is not the answer. Humans, we need to change our own behaviors & perceptions as we are the worst predators on this planet. Also, c'mon, be accountable & responsible. Procreation without an ability to provide due to socio-economic circumstances is abusive. It perpetuates a vicious cycle of abject poverty.

[@rdcs1959]

TOTALLY!!!!

[@T7nskie]

I wholeheartedly concur!

[@michellestemm774]

Couldn’t agree more. Hear Hear

[@juliey6257]

I have said it and I will say it again. WE ARE ON THEIR LAND! GIVE THE RESPECT TO THE ANIMALS THAT HAVE LIVED THERE BEFORE US AND WILL LIVE THERE AFTER WE ARE GONE! GOD WILLING!

[@Sammy-kn2nb]

The life they live is so cruel. Such a great loss. I can’t even find the words to express the sadness that is in my heart. He will be missed by so many. 💔💔.

[@annettelane659]

Such a beautiful tribute to our handsome Hukumuri. We have been privileged indeed to have known and loved this special leopard. His courage, strength, willpower and sheer determination to succeed were legendary. Rest easy now boy, you will be forever and always in our hearts. ❤

[@TheSafariExpert]

Thank you, Annette 🙏🏻

[@ocneal]

it's just hard for me to believe that shooting and killing him was the only option as opposed to being reactionary and angry assuming he did the things he did in that village. it seems like better fencing, knowing that there was/is a high likelihood of a wild animal coming into the village, any village, and using something like a tranquilizer dart, should be mandatory as opposed to killing. If there is time to shoot to kill, there should also be time to shoot to tranquilize. All that being said, I knew in my heart that Hukumuri was going to have to tough time in life with only one eye. To fend off other leopards and be able to eat was going to be a big task. The 1st leopard that I fell in love with was Hosana, always will be i guess. However, I came to respect Hukumuri and definitely developed a soft spot in my heart for him seeing such a tough life he had to deal with. R.I.P. #Huk so very, very sad.

[@ninapopal6118]

Oh don’t forget, he was not the only predator who was killed in this way. They are just too greedy to pay for better fencing!

[@hyenaboy7504]

@@ninapopal6118 If they were "greedy" as you suggest, they would not be helping animals that have been injured by humans, would they? For example: they wouldn't be removing snares from around the necks of predators (lions, hyenas, wild dogs, etc) if they didn't care about animals and only cared about the money.

[@noraabdu4159]

What a beautiful tribute 🙏🏻 Thank you for sharing your story of this remarkable leopard. He will truly be missed 💔 RIP Beautiful boy 🙏🙏🙏

[@dorabella64]

RIP my beautiful gorgeous leopard. Be Blessed forevermore. I know we will meet again. I will miss so. ❤️

[@jamieparsons6918]

Fantastic tribute to this amazing leopard, he will be sorely missed but at the same time he shall be roaming freely in the heavenly Savannah’s. Brought a rear to my eye. Rest in peace you fantastic boy 🙏

[@stephie3614]

What a wonderful tribute to Huk! Us humans have to really rethink on how to share this beautiful planet with these wonderful Animals, Rip huk thinking of all theguides who new huk so well, hugs to you all♥️

[@heyoooooo]

beautiful fella..your noble spirit is free

[@southerngal1581]

What a beautiful tribute to a very beautiful and amazing animal ! I wish all humans could see what a blessing these creatures big or small are to have in this world and would stop taking their homes away. Thank you for giving him a place to live and be a leopard for the time he had. 😞

[@philm6828]

Beautiful boy,animals behave better than most humans

[@brianrobertbond6909]

So sad 😢

[@lucyleopard6482]

This is very sad and seems so unnecessary. It should be straightforward for the villagers to claim compensation for such losses and also the villagers should be helped to create wildlife proof enclosures for their livestock at night. The people making money out of wildlife tourism really need to do more for the local communities. RPI Hukumuri x

[@moviecat7697]

Exactly!

[@rdcs1959]

AGREE!!! AS FAR AS I SEE THERE ARE ONLY A COUPLE AFRICANS FROM VILLAGES WHO CONDUCT SAFARIS IN THE SHOWS. WHY IS THERE NOT MORE DIVERSITY WHICH WOULD HELP VILLAGERS WITH JOBS? THEY KNOW MORE ABOUT THE WILDLIFE THAN ANYONE WITH A "MASTERS DEGREE". (NO OFFENSE)...JUST SAYING. THE WORLD HAS BEEN HELPING AFRICA FOR MANY, MANY DECADES-WHY IS THERE STILL SO MUCH DIRE POVERTY??

[@ksc743]

Lucy Leopard yes indeed they do. At least build predator proof kraals, and some fencing is better than no fencing. The other side of the coin of course are the poachers, who will break the fences to get back into the reserves. Hell on earth for everyone - human and animal - on the fringes of wildlife parks.

[@ksc743]

@@rdcs1959 I'm South African. The rot started in earnest when the majority ruling party the ANC elected a guy who didn't even have Grade 10 as President of our beautiful country: Jacob Zuma. Instead of uplifting his people he and his pals looted it lock stock & barrell for TEN YEARS until we all took to the streets and got rid of the pos. Meanwhile our economy is in tatters and still hasn't recovered. That's why there's still no change in the standard of living for the poorest of the poor in this country. There's no money left.

[@rdcs1959]

@@ksc743 hello. I'm so sorry what all of u r going through with rotten leadership. We just voted out our nasty imbecile. I hope things get better for all of the people and the magnificent wildlife!!

[@sabaduran446]

Heartbroken, angry and crying for days now. I am in shock, I feel like it is all a bad dream.

[@TheSafariExpert]

😔

[@Adele28.13]

I know exactly what you mean Saba. I have such a strong passion and love for animal kind and after following these animals for as long as we all have we feel it in the deepest sense. His loss will be with us forever now. Stay strong hun. Xxxx

[@jenniferwalker9407]

Loved this guy.... he wa the BEST.

[@eiguoc]

Hukumuri was, will always be my favourite leopard since I stated watching the drives back in 2006

[@TheSafariExpert]

He was for many...

[@deannamarie44]

I loved how Lauren said tingana was her man. Well Huk was mine. I will miss seeing him on the drives.

[@ninapopal6118]

The Legend the one and only Hukumuri. I am so sorry that humans killed you, I am ashamed. May your precious soul be free and in peace❤️🌺 Disgusted that you was murdered by so called authorities! Shame on them.

[@rdcs1959]

AGREE!!!

[@fourtyfive5620]

Just too many holes in Huks murder for my liking. Huk paid the ultimate price. It wasn't his time, it wasn't fair, but thats poaching/TH for you.. . Apparently another leopard (according to Brent) was "taken" the previous week just like Huk was, same story different leopard. Thank you for the beautiful tribute💧

[@michellestemm774]

Agree 100%

[@michellestemm774]

@@fourtyfive5620 he wasn’t poached. He was shot purposely with the permission of WESSA because he killed a cow or two on a neighbouring village property.

[@fourtyfive5620]

@@michellestemm774 yeah, i read the report. . I dont mean to be rude to you. I just dont buy the report, at all. Generally money is given to the families, a boma could be built with money Huk brings in for tourism, anything. Go fund me. If they even have animals or bring them in, etc. . So much corruption there. What was done with Huks body? $$$

[@bibiworm]

I am in tears. You are very much missed, Hukumuri.

[@Adele28.13]

I still listen to this song and think of this beautiful guy. Wow man we failed you. So so heartbroken xxx

[@moviecat7697]

Hukumuri I wish I had the power to tear those people apart who made you the villain. They teach us that we should respect predators and their instincts, so how is this your fault? You only tried to survive. Shame on WE and their community!

[@michellestemm774]

Agree

[@hyenaboy7504]

What did WildEarth and the WildEarth community have to do with his death? Neither WE or the WE community were responsible for Hukumuri's death. His death was a result of human-wildlife conflict. neither WE or the WE community have any say in what the authorities of the reserve do.

[@tereasacarty3135]

Big Guy ,Gone to soon!! Just only hope that this won't happen to any of his offspring and a plan should be in play before it got to this far. RIP Huk

[@cierakitty]

So so sorry big guy.......you will be missed....you touched so many hearts

[@mariannevoight3611]

This tribute is just perfect.. I cried because I just loved Hukumuri., the music the photos captured the Big Boy we all grew to love . His passing reminds us all of the fine line between wildlife and human survival .. such a sad chain of events. “ Walk the roads of Djuma in peace big fella 🐾.... you will be missed Hukumuri xx ♥️ Marianne, New Zealand

[@TheSafariExpert]

Thanks Marianne

[@thortaurus5805]

Very nice...RIP Huk ...I shed my tears for a beautiful cat😥

[@administrator1409]

Legend.

[@nelsonm8734]

Really so SAD 😞 Going to miss him on drives . RIP Huk 🙏 . Rest easy. Such a Amazing Tribute to him .😪😪❤. Such a huge shock to know his gone.

[@TheSafariExpert]

😔😔😔

[@mariannevoight3611]

This never gets old - I just love watching this clip .. I get all teary but it’s very uplifting - beautiful sightings of Hukumuri … miss him on the wild earth drives 🐾♥️ Marianne NZ

[@claulie8662]

Good bye beautyful boy! Behind the rainbow you and your friends will find a new, peaceful home in the Heavenly Hunting Grounds! Many people will miss you here R.I.P Hukumuri

[@italiangirl2789]

Handsome Hukumuri, we will miss you and all your adventures, RIP Boy🐆❤

[@maxineblick2002]

Beautiful tribute to a wonderful leopard. 🥲

[@Sunny-kn6th]

Thank you. I remember when he was first on Djuma...I thought he was a devil leopard. I came to respect and admire him...warthog specialist.

[@ninapopal6118]

There are no such as devil leopards, don’t compare them with humans.

[@danielhallqvist9575]

Loved it!! What a tribute to this amazing animal!!! Thank you for sharing!!!

[@traceybaard9221]

Beautiful tribute. So very heartbreaking. Let’s hope Huks’ tragic end is not in vain, and that something will be done to protect communities and wildlife from each other. Because if we can’t learn from our shortcomings and mistakes, this surely won’t be the last time something like this happens. I also hope that those who are so quick to judge will educate themselves on the reality of the situation. Rest in peace beautiful warrior boy. You are already sorely missed xx

[@sarahpearce7465]

Rip beautiful king you defied the odds big boy and you dug deep and kept going you will forever be remembered 💞

[@shannonn9748]

Touching tribute, thank you for sharing your memories with us. Crying my eyes out 😢

[@TheSafariExpert]

😢

[@elainevalles7664]

The leopard population has exploded in the Sabi Sands. There just isnt enough space for them all. The Huk stole my heart. He was an awesome father and his lineage will carry on his genes, but it wont be the same without this beautiful boy around. Rest in peace Huk. You will be missed.

[@rdcs1959]

so, are you saying that they should cull the leopards????

[@iceberrypink4350]

This tragedy was a human failure, not the leopard's fault.

[@rdcs1959]

FOR SURE!

[@ninapopal6118]

Exactly!

[@michellestemm774]

Absolutely

[@vickihshallenberger3644]

I luv you Big Guy!❤RIP.You are missed💔😢😢😢😢😢😢😢

[@romimanrique2472]

I cry, another lost.

[@claudeherssens7692]

Beautiful tribute Bro! Thank you for sharing...we journey on. He journeyed and you made us share his journey. Make sure you enjoy your journey...Hukuruma took a piece of my journey with him and left a piece of his in me. I am enjoying my journey. Rest in peace Mpiganaji...

[@deeroelofsz]

😭😭😭😭😭 Beautiful tribute Villiers - the music is so fitting. The Kleenex was out in full force. RIP beautiful boy 💔

[@TheSafariExpert]

Thanks Dee 😔

[@Nainnie]

Huk was the first leopard I met via the live drives. He was hunting warthog. He is the one that got me hooked on watching. Handsome and strong guy may he RIP.

[@moviecat7697]

Amen❤️

[@yvettepompey1941]

Nicely done, beautiful and pictures. Thank you

[@janenedieterich659]

Beautiful! My heart is so broken

[@vutomi9874]

What a waste, shame on Rangers and everyone else who defend them. Rest in peace the one and only Hukumuri❤️ Always in my heart precious boy always❤️❤️ Your legacy lives on with Cara and Ndzutini❤️❤️

[@hyenaboy7504]

I guess you think every ranger in the world should lose their jobs?

[@TheSafariExpert]

@Allison Taylor, you are 100% right - tragedy does bring out the worst in us all 😔

[@anisa9756]

I will miss seeing you huk .Rest in Peace dreaming of warthogs. Thank you for this nice video.

[@whitelioness4559]

Thank you so much for this touching tribute to Huk💚

[@samueljacobs]

Saw him once at Djuma. Never will see him again 🥺

[@elly-bums3155]

Crying Hukumuri tears.

[@leomattil7931]

It resumbles my male house cat! RIP😺

[@michellemorningstar880]

Amazing tribute to The Huk miss you already

[@TheSafariExpert]

Thanks Michelle

[@michellemorningstar880]

@@TheSafariExpert your very welcome just breaks my heart... could not watch the whole thing as i was crying

[@deannamarie44]

Great tribute. Thank you. Huk was my favorite on drives.

[@regulamariakoerner-feierab2594]

Thank you for this beautiful tribute🙏🏻💔

[@ShenziBuni]

So saddening to us all. Beautiful tribute 😔

[@ccyynn808]

RIP Hukumuri 🙏💙💙💙

[@vutomi9874]

Still can’t believe that the ones who have to protect him, killed him. What a shame and what a disgust.

[@hyenaboy7504]

At least they care about the animals (unlike you, probably).

[@ninapopal6118]

Heartbreak! Not acceptable that he was killed by rangers, that boils my blood. I will never go to vacation there even if I have to pass Hosana.

[@hyenaboy7504]

Why not go on vacation to Africa?

[@emanuelemorello6070]

Magic video, loveble story ❤

[@karengwenbrawley6854]

All respect, Huk...

[@sharonb3241]

Beautiful tribute, thank you.

[@TheSafariExpert]

Thanks, Sharon

[@ninapopal6118]

Last update from Xongile was from Manyeleti, that means they shot her too?

[@jazzytaz7064]

💔💔💔 Beautiful tribute to the Huk!

[@TheSafariExpert]

Thanks Jazzy Taz