Alex Cooper, Author at Africa Freak

9 cool African grey parrot facts

Do you know many African grey parrot facts? If so, you’ve probably heard of these birds as pets. But, as […]

Can an ostrich kill a lion? It’s a question many people have. At first glance, it seems unlikely. Ostriches are

People love comparing the big cats, and tiger vs lion size is another part of this feline ‘rivalry.’ (Mostly created

When you think of African animals, mammals take centre stage. But Africa also has a rich array of birds of

As the heaviest land animal on earth, it’s no surprise that elephants give birth to big babies. How much does

What do you think when you hear the word ‘kangaroo’? You’re probably picturing Australia. You’re likely not thinking of Africa. Africa is

A group of giraffes is called a tower. Or is it a herd? Perhaps it’s a journey of giraffes, or

How fast can a hyena run? Well, hyenas may not be the fastest African animals, but they’re certainly no slouches.

Charismatic critters don’t always have to be big. Meerkats, or suricates, are a prime example. You’re probably picturing this pint-sized

Are hyenas just scavengers? It’s a common misconception of Africa’s most misunderstood mammals. People imagine a sinister creature stealing kills