Archive for the ‘Environment’ Category
Defying the Laws of Nature
When maternal instincts take over nature’s laws… Hey there! In one of the previous videos entitled “Who Said Animals Didn’t Have Feelings”, a very strange bond took place between a hippo and a young impala. Today’s video is somewhat similar, and is certainly one of the most amazing wildlife footage ever recorded ...
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The Marula Fruit: African Booze for Wild Animals, or Total Myth?
Are you familiar with the Marula tree? If not, it’s a beautiful African tree that produces wonderful and tasty fruits! Yummy fruits, which apparently make elephants drunk…? The story has been going on for ages…so much so that it has even become a liquor, called “Amarula” for connoisseurs (very tasty by ...
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The Coolest-Looking Creatures of the African Bush
Bushbaby Also known as the Galago, this funny little creature looks as if it comes from another planet: it has bulging eyes, long dish-like ears, sticky and well-rounded finger tips, as well as an extensive furry tail! Although as many as 11 species of bushbabies can be found throughout Africa, ...
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Who Said Animals Didn’t Have Feelings?
An amazing moment of compassion and care between two very distinct animals of the African bush! Who would have thought this could ever happen? Out of all the wildlife footage I have ever seen, this one would most definitely top my list! The “Battle at Kruger” video as well as “Christian ...
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When Baby Cheetah Plays Hide & Seek with a Lone Baboon
Stunning BBC Wildlife footage between a baby cheetah and a big baboon! If you’re not aware of it yet, baboons can be very dangerous and will sometimes kill young mammals to supplement their omnivorous diet. In fact, they will eat virtually anything: from fruits and leaves to scorpions, small birds, ...
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The Problematic Issue Around Elephant Populations: Two Opposing Views
1. Culling of Elephants to Counteract Overpopulation? Broadcaster: NewsRevue; 2008 CNN Footage! In this first video, CNN reveals the problem around elephant populations and conservation matters. According to South African authorities, the natural balance of the ecosystem is being upset by elephant overpopulation. The pachyderms uproot trees and destroy the environment, and their ...
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Top 5 of Africa’s Weirdest Creatures
Pangolin Also known as the scaly anteater, the pangolin is perhaps the weirdest African animal out of them all! Physically speaking, it is highly distinguishable. Its armor is like no other, and its plated scales cover most of the body: upper parts, sides and tail. When placed under stress, the ...
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How to Steal a Meal in the African Bush
Hey there! Just thought I’d start a little “Friday Video” concept going on on my blog, each and every Friday! In other words, I’d like to feature African Wildlife Videos on a weekly basis! Will research new ones every week, and would be very grateful and happy to share some of yours ...
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The Uniqueness of Zebra Stripes
Zebras are remarkable animals, a sweet look-alike mix between a horse and a donkey. Their black and white pajamas are highly recognizable, and make them rather unique in the African savannah! Quick Zebra Facts Swahili Name: Punda Milia. Scientific Name: Equus burchelli (Plains or Burchell’s Zebra), Equus grevyi (Grevy’s Zebra) ...
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Best Whale Watching Spot in Hermanus, South Africa
Location Hermanus is situated in the Western Cape Province of South Africa, a short drive away from Cape Town. It is a paradise for sea lovers and whale watchers at heart! Without a doubt the world’s best land based whale watching spot! When to Go As one would expect ...
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