Cape Fur Seal
The Cape fur seal is one of the most recognisable marine mammals along southern Africa’s coastline. Its scientific name is
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Honey Badger
The honey badger, Mellivora capensis, is a carnivorous mammal belonging to the weasel family, alongside otters, ferrets and martens. Adults
Cape Buffalo
The Cape buffalo (Syncerus caffer caffer) is the large southern and eastern African form of the African buffalo. It is
Kingclip
Kingklip is a large marine fish found in the waters around southern Africa. The species commonly found around South Africa
Boomslang
The boomslang is one of southern Africa’s most distinctive snakes. Its scientific name is Dispholidus typus, while “boomslang” comes from
Blue Crane
South Africa’s National Bird The Blue Crane is one of South Africa’s most distinctive birds. Known scientifically as Anthropoides paradiseus,
Leopard
The leopard (Panthera pardus) is one of the most powerful, adaptable and secretive predators in southern Africa. Leopards live in
Dassie
If you travel around South Africa, there’s a good chance you’ll eventually come across a Dassie. Their proper name is
Great White Shark
The great white shark has always been my favourite animal. Powerful, mysterious and perfectly adapted to its environment, it is
Southern Right Whale
The southern right whale is one of the most recognisable whales found along the coast of South Africa. Every year,
