Want to learn more about spotted hyenas? In this post, you’ll learn 33 spotted hyena facts, including: Are they related to dogs? Do they really laugh? Are they dangerous or friendly? This post provides you answers to these questions plus lots more surprising guides to spotted hyenas. For your safety: we recommend a good pair of binoculars and […]
Why Do Hyenas Laugh? Laughing Hyenas 12 Sounds (and What They Mean)
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 […]
60 Zebra Facts for Animal Lovers and Africa Travelers (All 3 Species)
Zebras are intriguing animals. They look like horses with black and white stripes. In this post, you’ll learn 60 zebra facts. They include habits, habitat, risks, speed, coloring and more. Can you own a zebra as a pet? Why do zebras have stripes? Read on to learn the answers to these questions and other fascinating […]
What Sound Does a Zebra Make? [Audio] 4 Zebra Sounds, Barks, Noises
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 […]
102 Swahili Animal Names (Safari Guide for Travelers)
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 […]
What Do You Call a Group of Gorillas? Guide to Gorilla Troop Size
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, […]