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Egyptian nightjar (Caprimulgus aegyptius)
The scientific name for this species, Caprimulgus, is from the Latin for “goat sucker”, a name that arose from a past belief that this bird…
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Peregrine falcon (Falco peregrinus)
One of the fastest species in the world, the peregrine falcon (Falco peregrinus) may reach speeds of up to 250 kilometres per hour (155…
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Short-toed snake-eagle (Circaetus gallicus)
The short-toed snake-eagle is a large, long-winged eagle with a broad head, a relatively small beak, and long, bare legs. The plumage is…
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Finlayson's cave bat (Vespadelus finlaysoni)
Information on Finlayson's cave bat (Vespadelus finlaysoni) is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly.…
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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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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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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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Wild boar (Sus scrofa)
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Flat-tailed horned lizard (Phrynosoma mcallii)
Information on the flat-tailed horned lizard is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly.…
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Mouflon (Ovis orientalis)
The males of this exceedingly wary wild sheep have large sickle-shaped horns, which are prized by many a trophy hunter. For most subspecies…
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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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Javelin sand boa (Eryx jaculus)
The javelin sand boa (Eryx jaculus) is a relatively short snake with a thick, cylindrical body and a short, stubby tail. Like other sand…
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Green-flower sunbush (Leucadendron loranthifolium)
Information on the green-flower sunbush is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly.…
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Gunning’s golden mole (Neamblysomus gunningi)
Gunning’s golden mole is perhaps one of the most enigmatic members of an ancient group of subterranean mammals that, according to fossil…
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Long-tailed meadowlark (Sturnella loyca)
In addition to having the longest tail, the aptly named long-tailed meadowlark is by far the largest of the seven species of New World…
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Threeflower pagoda (Mimetes pauciflorus)
Information on the threeflower pagoda is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly.…
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Field sparrow (Spizella pusilla)
Probably best known for its simple yet distinctive song, the field sparrow (Spizella pusilla) is a relatively common sight and sound in…
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Greater short-toed lark (Calandrella brachydactyla)
A mostly terrestrial bird, the greater short-toed lark (Calandrella brachydactyla) possesses cryptic plumage that helps it blend into its…
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Silky-haired pincushion (Leucospermum vestitum)
Information on the silky-haired pincushion is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly.…
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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…
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Plain swift (Apus unicolor)
A fairly small swift, the plain swift (Apus unicolor) shares its range with both the common swift (Apus apus) and the pallid swift (Apus…
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Shining pot beetle (Cryptocephalus nitidulus)
This beetle, as its name suggests, has a shining metallic blue, bronze or purplish-green sheen over its body. The legs and antennae are…
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Tufted vetch (Vicia cracca)
Tufted vetch is a common scrambling or climbing member of the pea family (Fabaceae). The leaves and stems are fairly hairy, and there are…
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Pickersgill's reed frog (Hyperolius pickersgilli)
Information on Hyperolius pickersgilli is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly.…
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Kaempfer’s woodpecker (Celeus obrieni)
Thought to be extinct in the wild, Kaempfer’s woodpecker was remarkably rediscovered in 2006, 80 years after the previous sighting…
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Wood white butterfly (Leptidea sinapis)
The wood white butterfly is a rather delicate-looking species, often overlooked along with other members of the white butterfly family. It…
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Actinella (Actinella actinophora)
Information on Actinella actinophora is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly.…
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Central rock-rat (Zyzomys pedunculatus)
This medium-sized rodent was believed to be extinct until it was rediscovered in 1996. These stocky rock-rats are yellowish-brown in colour…
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Rufous-tailed hawk (Buteo ventralis)
The rufous-tailed hawk was first discovered by Charles Darwin in Patagonia during the famous voyage of the Beagle. It is a relatively large…
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Chinese water deer (Hydropotes inermis)
The Latin name (Hydropotes inermis) of this unusual small deer translates as ‘unarmed water-drinker’, referring to the species’ lack of…
