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Wild Animals found in Africa


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Southern Africa,
rich in wildlife and wonder.

Southern Africa is renown for its wildlife safaris. With so many diverse ecologies, differing climates and vegetation which in turn creates unique environments for the wildlife.

As a visitor, you benefit greatly from this amazing diversity as you can enjoy Africa and all it has to offer. Whether it is peace and tranquility or a wild adrenalin adventure.

Game Lodges and safaris are an ideal way to experience Africa and African cultures. Experienced guides bring you up close to the wildlife on Game drives and/or Walks and give us a better understanding of nature as they share their intimate knowledge of the bushveld.

We appreciate the conservation efforts of the past pioneers, as they have given us a chance to enjoy this nature and realise the importance of conservation and local community involvement and upliftment through eco-tourism.

Visit www.gamelodges.com and www.krugerpark.com for more information on planning an unforgettable trip to a beautiful southern Africa.

 

Facts from the amazing animal kingdom

Once a month we send out SHORT, INTERESTING FACTS from our amazing African animal kingdom

Southern Africa has some remarkable animals.

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Amazing facts:

Elephant flapping its ears © C Du PlessisElephants

Did you know an elephant's trunk has around 15,000 muscles and can hold up to 8 litres (2 gallons) of water? Depending on their diet, up to 200 litres of water is drunk per day. They will eat in the region of 100 to 200 Kg (220 to 440 lb.) of vegetation per day. An elephant molar tooth is about 30cm (12") long and 10cm (4") wide.

 

Giraffe eating © S JansenGiraffes

Did you know that the tongue of a giraffe can be as long as 45 cm? Giraffes are 6 ft tall when they are born.

 

Cheetah © R HannCheetahs

The cheetah is the fastest land animal at 95 km/h (60mph).