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WILD AFRICA

BIOEXPEDITION.COM

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Africa is the third largest continent in the world after Asia and America and the second most populated. It covers 20.4% of the total land area and six percent of the Earth’s total surface area. Africa hosts a vast diversity of cultures, ethnicities, and landscapes.

More about the African Continent...

A GREAT CONTINENT

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Grey Crowned Crane

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It is a large, mostly herbivorous mammal. Its name comes from the ancient Greek for "river horse".

It is the third largest land mammal, and they are famous for being very aggressive; they are considered one of the most dangerous animals in Africa.

More about Hippopotamuses...

Hippopotamus

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Gorillas are herbivorous apes that inhabit the forests of central Africa. There are two species: the Eastern gorillas and the Western gorillas.

They are the largest living primates. Their DNA is 95-99% similar to humans'.

More about Gorillas...

Gorilla

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African Elephant

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LEXODONTA AFRICANAThe African Elephant (Lexodonta africana) is the largest terrestrial mammal.

More about Elephants...

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African Birds

Lilac-breasted roller (Coracias caudatus)

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AfricanFauna

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The African fauna includes some of the most iconic animal species.

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More about cats...

Lion

Cheetah

Serval

Caracal

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Giraffes

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More about Giraffes...

GIRAFFA CAMELOPARDALIS The giraffe (Giraffa camelopardalis) is the tallest land animal.

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Monkeys

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In the countryside, traditions are still alive.

African People

More about our Planet...

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