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When people picture hippos, they usually imagine them swimming calmly in African rivers. But that image is misleading. Despite spending much of their lives in water, hippos can’t swim, at least not in the way you might expect. What they can do, however, is move underwater in a way that …
When people ask, “Are white rhinos extinct?”, the answer is more complicated than a simple yes or no. It depends on which white rhino you’re talking about, because there are actually two subspecies. One is in deep trouble, the other is holding on. Let’s break it down. Two Types of …
At first glance, cheetahs, leopards, and jaguars can look quite similar; after all, they’re all large cats with spotted coats. And they raise quite some discussion on social media, like on my Facebook page. But when you look closer, each species has unique features, behaviours, and habitats that set them …
It isn’t something I’ve seen often: maybe twice during all my trips across southern and eastern Africa, but it stuck with me: a giraffe, standing tall and elegant as always, carefully chewing on what looked unmistakably like… a bone. At first, it felt like something was off. Aren’t giraffes strict …
At first glance, the Bombardier Beetle looks like just another ground-dwelling insect, scuttling through leaf litter and minding its own business. But disturb it, and it’ll make sure you never forget the encounter. This small beetle doesn’t hiss, bite, or sting. Instead, it fires a boiling hot chemical spray out …
As a beginner in wildlife photography, I wanted a camera that could capture safari wildlife easily without being too complicated. Until now, I’ve only used my phone and a 15-year-old Coolpix camera without a larger zoom range, so the Nikon COOLPIX P950 is actually my first “real” advanced camera. I …
Last month in South Africa, I had a close call with a warthog — one that could’ve ended badly if I hadn’t learned their unexpected escape tactic just in time. Warthogs may look harmless, but their survival strategy is anything but. Ever wonder why they always enter their burrows backwards? …
Love in the animal kingdom takes many strange and wonderful forms, but the dung beetle’s mating ritual stands out as one of the most bizarre and fascinating. Their behaviour is so unexpected that it’s almost unbelievable until you see it for yourself. This is one incredible story from nature that …
The first time I saw hyenas outwit lions, it completely changed how I view these misunderstood creatures. On a moonlit night in the African savanna, I watched a clever game unfold — one that proved hyenas aren’t just scavengers; they’re sharp, strategic survivors. The Night That Changed Everything About Hyenas …
Giraffes are known for their long necks and towering presence, but did you know these graceful giants sleep a lot less than most animals? It’s not just because they’re built for grazing all day. After observing them in the wild, and listening to safari guides, I uncovered the surprising reason …