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…
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….
Have you seen little birds on rhinos and hippos? They are oxpeckers – small parasite-eating birds from Africa. Here are 19 oxpecker bird facts, including diet, symbiotic relationships with hippos, zebras, rhinos, and differences between the species. 1. What does an oxpecker look like? Oxpeckers are small, parasitic birds that grow around 7 – 9…
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…
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…
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…
Hippos naturally producing pink milk? Sounds pretty amazing! Sadly, it’s false. Here’s where the story came from. And the real facts about hippo milk. Plus learn what this “blood sweat” does to help the hippo. And how researchers are trying to make a better sunblock through biomimicry. Is Pink Hippo Milk a Thing? No. There…
Hippos are huge, docile mammals. Or are they? In this post, you’ll learn 57 hippo facts about one of Africa’s most dangerous animals. You’ll learn about their size, habits, physical traits. And we also cover pink hippo milk and poop sprinklers. Plus tons of photos and videos. For your safety: we recommend a good pair of binoculars and…
Heading to Africa for a safari? Here’s what you need to know about the best travel insurance for your safari. We include 3 options for travel insurance for African safaris and 8 factors to consider when choosing. Best Travel Insurance for Africa: 3 Options and 8 Factors Your car is protected by auto insurance. Your…
Is Uganda safe? This question gets asked often by people who are thinking about traveling to Uganda to enjoy its natural attractions and amazing wildlife. The answer is “Yes!” While it is true that Uganda experiences crime, a shortage of clean water, and diseases, it is overall a safe place to visit. Is Uganda Safe?…