The Open Plains

Spotted hyena in african savanna at sunset

Spotted Hyena

The spotted hyena is a powerful African predator and scavenger known for its strong jaws, social behaviour, and spotted coat. Its presence

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Aardvark 2

Aardvark

The aardvark is one of Africa’s most unusual nocturnal mammals, recognised by its long ears, powerful digging claws, and specialised termite-feeding behaviour.

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Southern Reedbuck 1

Southern Reedbuck

The southern reedbuck is a grassland and wetland-margin antelope known for its cautious behaviour, curved horns, and preference for tall cover. Its

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Puku male, headshot, Africa

Puku

The puku is a golden-brown antelope found near fertile floodplains, wet savanna, and grassy river systems. Its warm coat colour, neat horn

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Red lechwe antelope

Lechwe

The lechwe is a wetland antelope known for its curved horns, rich coat colour, and close connection to marshes and floodplains. Its

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Bat eared fox Bakoorjakkals 3

Bat-Eared Fox

The bat-eared fox is a small African predator recognised by its oversized ears, fine features, and alert expression. Its unusual appearance and

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Bontebok 2

Bontebok

The bontebok is a South African antelope known for its rich colouring, white facial blaze, and strong conservation history. Its markings and

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Oribi 4

Oribi

The oribi is a small grassland antelope known for its neat build, alert expression, and open-country behaviour. Its size and delicate features

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Eland 1

Common Eland

The common eland is Africa’s largest antelope, known for its size, strength, calm presence, and spiral horns. Its impressive scale and mature

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Ostrich Volstruis

Ostrich

The ostrich is the world’s largest bird and one of Africa’s most recognisable open-country species. Its height, long legs, feathers, and strong

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