After four decades of captivity, Charlie, the last elephant at South Africa’s National Zoological Gardens, has been freed and will now live out his days in a sprawling 10,000-hectare (24,700-acre) game reserve. Charlie, also known as Charley, was the final African elephant at the National Zoological Gardens in Pretoria, South Africa's sole national zoo. Captured from his … [Read more...] about Charlie, The Last Elephant At South Africa’s National Zoo, Freed After 40 Years Of Captivity
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The Armadillo Lizard Is Like A Real-Life Baby Dragon In South Africa’s Desert
Its scientific name is Ouroborus cataphractus for good reason. In the arid landscapes of South Africa's western coast, a creature that looks like a baby dragon from Game of Thrones or perhaps a desert-dwelling Pokémon roams. Known scientifically as Ouroborus cataphractus, the armadillo lizard is a real animal with a name that reflects its mythical appearance and unique … [Read more...] about The Armadillo Lizard Is Like A Real-Life Baby Dragon In South Africa’s Desert
Succulent Smuggling: South Africa’s Precious Desert Plants at Risk of Extinction
The Richtersveld, a desert landscape nestled in the northwestern corner of South Africa, is home to a remarkable array of unique succulents, including the finger-shaped leafed Argyroderma fissum, affectionately known as vingervygies in Afrikaans. However, these rare and extraordinary plants are under threat, as the Richtersveld faces the rampant practice of succulent … [Read more...] about Succulent Smuggling: South Africa’s Precious Desert Plants at Risk of Extinction
Karanja: The Majestic Rhino with Africa’s Longest Horn
In the heart of the Maasai Mara National Reserve, there lived a majestic creature whose very existence was a testament to the resilience of the rhinoceros species. His name was Karanja, and he was believed to be the owner of Africa's longest rhino horn, measuring an impressive 61 centimeters in length. Under the watchful eye of Maasai Mara's rangers, Karanja lived a life … [Read more...] about Karanja: The Majestic Rhino with Africa’s Longest Horn
Africa’s Splitting: New Ocean Forms as Land Masses Drift Apart
New shocking photos have emerged, showing how Africa is splitting apart, and a new ocean is beginning to form between the two masses of land. Parts of Kenya have started to split apart in recent years, leaving a huge gap in between, which could eventually create coastlines for countries like Zambia and Uganda. Experts have revealed that a new ocean will one day run through … [Read more...] about Africa’s Splitting: New Ocean Forms as Land Masses Drift Apart