Archive for the ‘Animal-Related’ Category
Funny and Unusual “Signs” of the Wild!
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 ...
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The Little Five vs. The Big Five
Of course everyone on an African safari vacation wants to see the famous Big Five. Who doesn’t? But what many travelers don’t realize is that there is much more to see in various eco-systems of Africa besides lions, elephants, rhinoceros, leopards, and Cape buffaloes. Often underrated for their size, the Little Five are some of the [...]
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Top 5 Most Striking Differences between African & Asian Elephants!
Elephant Joke Just for fun! An animated jeweller called the police station to report a robbery. “You’ll never believe what happened, Sergeant. A truck backed up to my store, the doors opened. Out comes these burglars and they lead an elephant out of the truck. The elephant then breaks through ...
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The Cheetah’s Unique Adaptations!
The cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus) is a member of the cat family (Felidae) of which both Lion and Leopard are a part of. The Cheetah though, is unique in that it has adapted and evolved for high speed chases over short distances.Check out some of these fascinating adaptations which allow the Cheetah to reach speeds in excess of 100km/hour!
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How to “Spot” Leopards of the Serengeti
An Africa visit is incomplete without a trip to the Serengeti Plains. Camping in the Serengeti is an experience of a lifetime: you are close to nature like at no place else! The safari is an exciting proposition as well. You can spot Leopards, Cheetahs, Lions, Elephants and other animals ...
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What Makes the Mountain Gorilla So Special…
Scientific Name The Latin name for mountain gorillas is Gorilla beringei beringei. Habitat The mountain gorilla inhabits the tropical rainforests of Central and Eastern Africa; in Rwanda (Volcanoes National Park), the Democratic Republic of Congo (Virunga National Park), and Uganda (Mgahinga Gorilla National Park & Bwindi Impenetrable Forest). Species The ...
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Safari Quizz: Fun Animal Riddles!
1. I have an unfair advantage when it is warm and sunny, and I use parts of my body to remain in the shade. I am…? A. An elephant. B. A ground squirrel. C. A giraffe. D. A hippo. 2. I can sometimes be confused with “Jabulani”, the World Cup ...
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Common Animal Names in Local African Languages!
Ever wanted to find out how to say “zebra” in Swahili, or even “leopard” in Zulu? With the following table, you’ll be able to identify the most common animals of the African bush in some of the local languages of the old continent. Language translations include Afrikaans, Nama/Damara, Ndebele, Shona, ...
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Animal Spotlight: The Sable Antelope
The Sable Antelope (Hippotragus niger) by Mark Homann, Professional Guide The Sable Antelope is truly a spectacular creature, the smaller females are a chestnut to dark drown color while the males mature to a dark black off set by distinctive white under belly and facial markings. They stand 55 inches from the shoulder and weigh [...]
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Africa’s Most Dangerous Animals Revealed
Some hide beneath rocks, others are as still as logs, while others ascend like a falling leaf. Africa’s most dangerous animals are often the ones that go undetected. Although qualified safari tours are extremely safe, here’s a little look into Africa’s wild side, without the protection of a guide or vehicle . . . * The grunting [...]
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