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Okapis are one of the endangered species of Africa owing to a loss of habitat. They are only remaining relative of the giraffe in the world through their necks are long but not as much as of a giraffe. Their uniqueness is in the striped markings they have on their back which makes them appear like a zebra.
This is another endangered species. The shoebill is one of the most solitary birds which comes together only to breed. They ambush their predators only when they come very close by attacking suddenly with their powerful bills. They are also very slow flyers.
An inhabitant of the savannah woodlands and rocky hillsides, Greater Kudus are famous for their males having the longest horned-antelopes. They are as long as 1 meter and have a signatory two and a half twists which is used by this animal to defend itself. The female is very social and is seen in groups as big as of other 25 kudus.
Galagos are also known as bushbabies since they are found in the bushes of Eastern Africa. They have an excellent sense of hearing and are nocturnal for which they can see clearly at night with their large eyes. They also have a hidden tongue under their main tongue and can jump up to 2.25 metres.
Can you not recognize lemurs from King Julien of the Madagascar series? This animal has 30 different species all found in the Island of Madagascar. They mostly dwell in trees, have tails longer their bodies and are social animals living in large groups. Their sense of smell and hearing is excellent. They even have the ability to learn patterns.
The face like an old man, glossy black and white fur and an impressively long tail, the mantled guereza is the most attractive of African monkeys.
A beautiful tall bird with a height of 1 meter, crest of golden feathers and a red pouch below its beak, this African bird also has an interesting way to woo its mate. It dances, jumps and even calls in a different manner while courting.
Who could imagine that this animal that looks like a bull is actually from the family of antelopes? This large beast of 8 feet height is a part of the largest terrestrial mammal migration on Earth when it migrates to the north with zebras and gazelles.
Living in the rainforests and subtropical forests, the mandrill is the largest species of monkey in the world. They are quite colourful with olive green fur, grey underparts, a red stripe and distinctive blue rumps.
The easiest example of flightless birds along with emus, the omnivorous ostriches are from Africa. They are also known as ‘camel birds’ for their ability to withstand long temperature and live for a long time-span without any water. Their legs are so powerful that a single kick can knock a human out!
Okapis are one of the endangered species of Africa owing to a loss of habitat. They are only remaining relative of the giraffe in the world through their necks are long but not as much as of a giraffe. Their uniqueness is in the striped markings they have on their back which makes them appear like a zebra.
This is another endangered species. The shoebill is one of the most solitary birds which comes together only to breed. They ambush their predators only when they come very close by attacking suddenly with their powerful bills. They are also very slow flyers.
An inhabitant of the savannah woodlands and rocky hillsides, Greater Kudus are famous for their males having the longest horned-antelopes. They are as long as 1 meter and have a signatory two and a half twists which is used by this animal to defend itself. The female is very social and is seen in groups as big as of other 25 kudus.
Galagos are also known as bushbabies since they are found in the bushes of Eastern Africa. They have an excellent sense of hearing and are nocturnal for which they can see clearly at night with their large eyes. They also have a hidden tongue under their main tongue and can jump up to 2.25 metres.
Can you not recognize lemurs from King Julien of the Madagascar series? This animal has 30 different species all found in the Island of Madagascar. They mostly dwell in trees, have tails longer their bodies and are social animals living in large groups. Their sense of smell and hearing is excellent. They even have the ability to learn patterns.
The face like an old man, glossy black and white fur and an impressively long tail, the mantled guereza is the most attractive of African monkeys.
A beautiful tall bird with a height of 1 meter, crest of golden feathers and a red pouch below its beak, this African bird also has an interesting way to woo its mate. It dances, jumps and even calls in a different manner while courting.
Who could imagine that this animal that looks like a bull is actually from the family of antelopes? This large beast of 8 feet height is a part of the largest terrestrial mammal migration on Earth when it migrates to the north with zebras and gazelles.
Living in the rainforests and subtropical forests, the mandrill is the largest species of monkey in the world. They are quite colourful with olive green fur, grey underparts, a red stripe and distinctive blue rumps.
The easiest example of flightless birds along with emus, the omnivorous ostriches are from Africa. They are also known as ‘camel birds’ for their ability to withstand long temperature and live for a long time-span without any water. Their legs are so powerful that a single kick can knock a human out!
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