Ludwig the Grasshopper

Kerry-Anne rescued Ludwig from the raging stream running through the Assegaaibosch Nature Reserve last week. Ludwig the Grasshopper was first mistaken for a Locust, hence the name Ludwig, though we later became unsure - as apparently the only actual difference between the two is that Locusts swarm whereas Grasshoppers don't (and Ludwig didn't appear to be swarming when we found him).

Still dripping wet in this photo, Ludwig was soon released back onto a nearby tree branch - but only after being given a stern talking-to about not swimming directly after a meal.