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The African Big Five
Their lifespan is around 10-14 years in the wild. The IUCN has classified the African lion as Vulnerable. The WWF lists their ...
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30 Most Dangerous Animals in Africa
Some of the most dangerous animals on the planet are in Africa, but sadly ... They usually target the eyes and face first, ...
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The Story Of... Zebra and the Puzzle of African Animals
Perhaps the most puzzling question Jared Diamond encounters as he investigates animal domestication is: Why were no large mammals ever domesticated in tropical Africa? Africa, south of the Sahara ...
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White-backed vulture
The white-backed vulture is the most common and widespread vulture in sub-Saharan Africa. It is recognizable by its dark-brown face ... the carcasses of dead animals—and, by eating flesh ...
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A bold plan to save Africa’s shrinking giraffe herds
The mysterious, silent giants face increasing threats in Africa. Relocating animals to create new populations could bolster some species but poses new risks. A Texas taxidermy shop displays a ...
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Elephants in Africa Face Grave Extinction Threat, New Expert Assessment Finds
GENEVA— In a long-awaited move, the International Union for Conservation of Nature announced today that elephants in Africa face a serious risk of extinction ... poaching of these desperately ...