10,000 Birds

JUNE 12, 2012

After a brutal colonization that included genocidal campaigns against the Herero (80% killed) and Nama (50% killed) tribes, the Germans lost control when South Africa invaded soon after the declaration of the First World War. This family group is performing their loud croaking territorial calls.

Namibia 257

Namibia Angola Lovebirds South Africa 257

Reddit Animals

DECEMBER 15, 2023

The spotted hyena displays greater plasticity in its hunting and foraging behaviour than other African carnivores it hunts alone, in small parties of 2–5 individuals or in large groups. This species is found on the African continent, in Angola, as well as central, eastern, and southern Africa. These legs can also be formidable weapons.

Africa 40

Africa Buffalo Ostriches Animal 40

10,000 Birds

DECEMBER 28, 2015

Without further ado, here are our Best Birds of the Year for 2015… Jochen makes us all jealous with a bird that most of us would kill to see. The African or Angola Pitta is the holy grail of the Southern African birder and definitely the “most-wanted” bird in our region. And a lifer for me – if I manage to see it!

2015 187

2015 Costa Rica Birds Sparrows 187