Blue wildebeest – The great migrating beast of Africa
With a name as strange as ‘wildebeest’, it is no wonder that many people don’t know much about these animals. […]
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African rock python – Facts about the largest snake in Africa
The African rock python is one of the headlining names when you search for snakes in Africa. It is the
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Where do leopards live? In the wild, of course – right?
When asking about any wild animal, including the leopard, most people don’t actually know where they live. They might have
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Best elephant safaris in Africa: top countries & parks for ellie-spotting
The African elephant is a true continental icon and embodies the spirit of Africa’s last, truly wild places. Perhaps more
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Grant’s gazelle: habitat, diet & unexpected resourcefulness
Grant’s gazelle, known as swala granti in Swahili, is a type of antelope indigenous to Eastern Africa. Grant’s gazelle took
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Meerkat facts: Africa’s social suricate
Charismatic critters don’t always have to be big. Meerkats, or suricates, are a prime example. You’re probably picturing this pint-sized
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Grey crowned crane – The royal African crested bird
You can’t miss this stunning bird on safari, standing tall with a bristly crown and characteristic facial features. It certainly
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Elephant shrew: facts about the adorable African sengi
Get ready for a cuteness overload! When traveling in southern Africa, you may be lucky enough to spot a small,
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Black wildebeest vs blue wildebeest: who gnu?
Wildebeest roam the plains all over Africa. You’ll often spot them grazing alongside eye-catching zebras, Thomson’s gazelles, and other herbivores.
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How long do elephants live? A lumbering lifespan
If you’re looking for the simple answer, here it is: African elephants live for around 56 years in the wild.
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