Funny and Unusual “Signs” of the Wild!

Author: Michael Theys

August 26, 2010

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Ever been on an African safari to come across intriguing “signs” of the wild? And by “signs” I do not mean “spoor” or any physical characteristics associated with wildlife, but rather “signs” as in “signboards“; road signs, or funny billboards. I made a compilation of some of the most exquisite ones I came across on African soil…hope you enjoy them! ;)

Unique Animal Crossing Signs

  • Hippo Crossing

Picture taken in Namibia!

  • Beware of Hyenas!

Brown hyena crossing sign along the Namibian coast!

  • Usual Game Crossing Signboard
  • Antelopes ahead!

    • Ostrich Sign

    Doesn't look too busy, does it? :)

    • Warthog Country

    Pumba's homeland!

    • Elephant Crossing

    Elephants have the right of way!

    • Zebra Crossing

    Not the kind of stuff you'd see in the West, huh?! :)

    Funny Animal-Related Signs

    • Coca Cola Ad

    Nothing like a Cola when it's hot and feeling thirsty...even in the middle of the bush! ;)

    • Ironic Baboons?

    They sure look extremely "ferocious"! :)

    • Don’t Feed Wild Animals!

    Don't feed animals...OR this might happen to you! ;)

    • Giraffe Turn!

    Stairway to heaven? Turn right! :)

    • Springbok Joke!

    No comment! :)

    • Speeding Not Tolerated!

    What about baboons?

    • Extreme Caution Sign!

    Cute little dik dik enjoying a snack!

    WARNING Animal Signs

    • Crocodile Beach

    St Lucia Wetlands, South Africa.

    • Keep your Distance!

    Addo Elephant Park, Eastern Cape (SA).

    • What NOT to Do on Safari!

    Do's and Don'ts - Pilanesberg National Park!

    • How Close is Close?

    Bakubung Lodge, North West Province (SA).

    • Right of Way!

    Even the smallest of creatures are kings out in the bush!

    • Lion Warning!

    Addo Elephant Park, Eastern Cape (SA).

    • Penguin Parking!

    Beware: Penguins having a nap!

    Which Pic’s Your Favourite? Please Comment Below! ;)

     
     
     

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