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Bryan Haines

Hi, I'm Bryan Haines. And I'm a co-founder of Storyteller.Travel. I'm a traveler and photographer.

I also blog about photography on Storyteller Tech.

Bananas are a fruit loved by people around the world. In this post, you’ll learn a ton of banana facts about history, health / beauty benefits, nutritional benefits, and 6 ways to cook a banana. 28 Weird (and Delicious) Banana Facts 1. Why is a banana called a banana? The healthy breakfast fruit, banana, is …

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Interested to learn about the best Rwanda foods? In this Rwandan Food Guide, you’ll learn about dishes, drinks and desserts from around the country. If you’re willing to explore new cultures, you’ll find that Rwanda is rich with possibilities – especially when it comes to their cuisine. Lets take a culinary trip to Rwanda with …

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If you’re confused about banana spiders, you’re not alone. Turns out that there are at least 5 types of spiders commonly called banana spiders depending on where you live. Here’s what you need to know about range and venom levels. Guide to Banana Spiders (All Types) To help clear the confusion, let’s dive into the …

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How many types of giraffes are there? In this post, you’ll learn about the current giraffe species / subspecies classification. We have lists, charts, and guides for the different giraffe types (species and subspecies). Giraffe Species Guide What are the different types of giraffes? According to science, there are 4 giraffe species and 5 subspecies. …

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With its sharp eyes and distinctively feline grace, the king cheetah is one of the most beautiful animals in the world. It’s also one of the rarest! Here’s what we know about king cheetahs –  including fur, speed, range, mutations, and photos. What is a king cheetah? The king cheetah is a cheetah with a …

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The maniacal laughing of hyenas is one of Africa’s most recognizable sounds. Why do hyenas laugh? Are they actually laughing? What does a hyena laugh mean? Do all species of hyenas laugh? In this post, we’ll answer these questions and more. Guide to the Hyena Laugh I’m sure that you’ve heard the laugh of a …

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You might be surprised to learn that zebras are actually kinda noisy. What sound does a zebra make? In this post, you’ll learn about 4 primary zebra sounds, barks, and noises. And what each sound means. 4 Zebra Sounds, Barks, and Noises Are you surprised that zebras actually make sounds? They have a fairly simple …

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Yasuni National Park is one of the most biodiverse places on earth! Visiting Yasuni is sure to be a highlight of your trip to Ecuador. In this post, we cover 13 things you need to know about visiting Yasuni, including location, number of species, how to get there, weather, and more. Yasuni National Park: 13 …

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Swahili is one of two official languages in Uganda. In this post, you’ll learn about Swahili animal names for more than 100 African animals, including lion, giraffe, warthog, cheetah, and elephant. To round things out, we include a list of 17 characters from Lion King translated from Swahili to English. Basic Swahili Names for Animals …

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What is a group of gorillas called? A group of gorillas is called a troop or a band. Sometimes they are called a whoop (from a comedy skit). The common collective nouns for gorillas include: troop, band, or whoop. The term “group” is also accurate. If you want to sound like you know your stuff, …

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