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Cape hare (Lepus capensis)
A widespread and abundant species, the Cape hare is a typical hare in appearance, with long, slender limbs, large hind feet, a short tail…
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Grey wolf (Canis lupus)
The world’s largest wild canid, the iconic grey wolf (Canis lupus) has been a source of both fear and respect, inspiring a rich cultural…
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Turkey vulture (Cathartes aura)
With a bright, pinkish-red head, brownish-black plumage and a two metre wingspan, the turkey vulture is a highly distinctive bird of prey…
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Sand martin (Riparia riparia)
Also known as the bank swallow, the sand martin (Riparia riparia) is a small, slender bird with long wings, a slightly notched tail and a…
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Loggerhead shrike (Lanius ludovicianus)
The only member of the Laniidae family (true shrikes) to occur exclusively in North America, the loggerhead shrike (Lanius ludovicianus) is…
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Blue-cheeked bee-eater (Merops persicus)
The blue-cheeked bee-eater is named for the blue stripes above and below the eyes, which sometimes, when the plumage is worn, can appear…
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Laughing dove (Stigmatopelia senegalensis)
The laughing dove (Stigmatopelia senegalensis) gets its name from its particularly characteristic call, which sounds like human laughter…
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Red-breasted blackbird (Sturnella militaris)
The red-breasted blackbird is so-named for the spectacular pinkish-red patch found on the breast and throat of the adult male. With the…
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Golden jackal (Canis aureus)
The golden jackal (Canis aureus) is a slender, medium-sized canid with long legs, a long, pointed muzzle, and a relatively short, bushy tail…
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Isabelline wheatear (Oenanthe isabellina)
The largest of the Oenanthe species, the isabelline wheatear is a migratory, insectivorous bird. Its similarity to the northern wheatear (…
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North African crested porcupine (Hystrix cristata)
The North African crested porcupine (Hystrix cristata) is the largest porcupine in the world. The black and white quills along the head and…
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Red-winged tinamou (Rhynchotus rufescens)
With the typical compact, rounded tinamou body shape, the red-winged tinamou is distinguished by its relatively large size and reddish-brown…
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Eurasian hobby (Falco subbuteo)
The Eurasian hobby is a small, slender falcon with a relatively long, square tail, and long, scythe-like wings, giving it the appearance of…
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Grey francolin (Francolinus pondicerianus)
Information on the grey francolin is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly.…
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Green peafowl (Pavo muticus)
The green peafowl (Pavo muticus) is famous for the glorious train carried by the male, the green peafowl lifts these metre-long…
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Rosy starling (Sturnus roseus)
The rosy starling (Sturnus roseus) has a black head, chest and tail, with a purple or blue sheen. The feathers of the back of the neck form…
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Eurasian hoopoe (Upupa epops)
Information on the Eurasian hoopoe is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly.…
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Savi’s pygmy shrew (Suncus etruscus)
The smallest land mammal in the world, Savi’s pygmy shrew has greyish-brown, velvety fur tinged with red on the upper side of its body, and…
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Common garter snake (Thamnophis sirtalis)
The common garter snake (Thamnophis sirtalis) is a long, slender North American snake with a colourful and extremely variable appearance…
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Masked woodswallow (Artamus personatus)
A graceful glider when in flight, the masked woodswallow (Artamus personatus) is a rather striking, sexually dimorphic bird. As its…
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Orphean warbler (Sylvia hortensis)
Europe’s second largest warbler, the orphean warbler has a moderately long tail and wings, a long, pointed bill and dark grey legs. The male…
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Grey crowned-crane (Balearica regulorum)
Standing at over a metre tall, the large yet elegant grey crowned-crane (Balearica regulorum) graces many of Africa’s wetlands. Its…
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Wild boar (Sus scrofa)
Information on the wild boar is currently being researched and written is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly…
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Red-headed woodpecker (Melanerpes erythrocephalus)
As its common name suggests, the red-headed woodpecker (Melanerpes erythrocephalus) can be instantly recognised by its bright red head. The…
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Wolf spider (Pardosa nigriceps)
Information on Pardosa nigriceps is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly.…
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Southern hairy-nosed wombat (Lasiorhinus latifrons)
With its endearing face, large nose and small, bright eyes, the southern hairy-nosed wombat (Lasiorhinus latifronsi) is a rather rotund and…
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Leopard (Panthera pardus)
Distinguished by its exceptionally beautiful, black-spotted coat, the leopard (Panthera pardus) is also recognised for its supreme stealth…
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Caracal (Caracal caracal)
The caracal (Caracal caracal) is a slender, graceful cat with a short, dense coat and distinctive, long, black-tufted ears. The body colour…
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Oriental skylark (Alauda gulgula)
Also known as the small skylark, this small and unassuming member of the lark family is renowned for its elaborate song and exuberant flight…
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Alpine swift (Tachymarptis melba)
Capable of migrating large distances, the Alpine swift (Tachymarptis melba) is an extraordinary bird, spending much of its life on the wing…






































