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Beautiful beaches primed for surfing, cultural icons in cities like Jo\u2019burg<\/a> and Cape Town<\/a>, and some of the best hikes on earth, South Africa<\/a> \u2014 aka the \u2018Rainbow Nation\u2019 \u2014 really has it all. Topping that list is an endless bounty of wildlife seen across 19 national parks dotted about the country. From the famous \u2018big five\u2019 to one of the world\u2019s most venomous snakes, here\u2019s a rundown of 16 species of South African wildlife you might very well spot. Budding David Attenborough’s at the ready!<\/p>\n

1. Lion<\/h2>\n

With a nickname of \u2018King of the Jungle\u2019, these magnificent beasts are something to both be revered and feared in equal measure. Africa\u2019s largest big cat, these mighty creatures weigh two to four times more than their cousins, the leopard and the cheetah. On many a traveller\u2019s bucket list, you\u2019ll stand a good chance of spotting one on safari<\/a>. <\/p>\n

There are thought to be around 3,940 free-roaming lions resident here according to the South African National Biodiversity Institute \u2014 1,500 of which are thought to reside in Kruger National Park. A part of the \u2018big five\u2019, seeing one of these cats in their natural habitat is a real thrill, and if you\u2019re lucky enough to encounter a chase, it\u2019s something you really won\u2019t forget in any hurry.<\/p>\n

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Spot them for yourself on: Journeys: Explore Kruger National Park<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n

2. African elephant<\/h2>\n

The world\u2019s largest land mammal, weighing up to a staggering seven tons (7000 kilograms), the African elephant is a real success story when it comes to conservation. Numbering around just 120 individuals back in 1920, the population of these magnificent creatures has boomed to around 10,000 or so. <\/p>\n

You\u2019ll stand a very good chance of spotting them on safari though Kruger protects large herds numbering in their tens of thousands. Another great spot is Addo Elephant National Park on the scenic Garden Route, home to over 600 elephants as well as Cape buffalo, lion, Burchell\u2019s zebra, and spotted hyena.<\/p>\n

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Spot them for yourself on: Kruger Safari & The Garden Route<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n

3. Leopard<\/h2>\n

Another of Africa\u2019s legendary big cats, the leopard is also one of the hardest species to spot while on safari. They\u2019re predominantly nocturnal and incredibly elusive \u2014 even though they\u2019re the second-largest member of Africa\u2019s big cat family. Your best bet for spotting one is to head out at dusk or dawn \u2014 or even at night \u2014 and keep your eyes looking up into the branches of acacia trees during the day. <\/p>\n

A telltale sign is a rosetted tail or leg twitching during a midday snooze \u2014 or perhaps a kill placed high up to avoid being scavenged by other hungry hunters. While leopards can be found all over South Africa, the best places to spot them tend to be in Kruger, in Sabi Sands Nature Reserve, and in the wilderness of Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park.<\/p>\n

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4. Rhino<\/h2>\n

One of Africa\u2019s most recognizable species, there are actually two varieties of rhino found here \u2013 the white rhino and black rhino. Even though both have been hit hard by poaching, the latter has been hit the hardest. Tragically, there are only around 2,000 or so left within the country, and poaching still remains an ongoing threat for these critically-endangered creatures. In that vein, this is one where we’re not going to mention where they\u2019re found specifically to help protect the species as a whole.<\/p>\n

On the other hand, the white rhino numbers around 13,000 individuals \u2014 the highest population of any country in Africa \u2014 though poaching still remains a threat for these formidable animals too. You\u2019ll find the largest population in Kruger National Park with significant conservation projects in place to safeguard them as a species.<\/p>\n

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5. Cape buffalo<\/h2>\n

Sometimes referred to as the \u2018black death\u2019, the African buffalo is often considered the most dangerous member of the \u2018big five\u2019, and even lions are wary. It\u2019s easy to see why, as they can weigh up to 900 kg (1984 pounds) and charge at speeds of 50 km\/h (31 miles per hour) \u2014 not something you\u2019d want to be at the end of! They\u2019re thought to number almost 70,000 in South Africa, with the biggest herds found in Kruger and the Eastern Cape.<\/p>\n

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6. Great white shark<\/h2>\n

Another feared customer here, the great white shark is the world\u2019s largest-known predatory fish, and South Africa is one of the best places in the world to see them. After a hiatus from their previous strongholds of Gansbaai and False Bay \u2014 due to a pair of orca with a taste for their livers if rumours are to be believed \u2014 they\u2019ve now begun to return to the region. You can sometimes spot them walking along the cliffs at places like the Robberg Nature Reserve. <\/p>\n

Of course, many are fearful of these mighty fish \u2014 which make up part of South Africa\u2019s \u2018big seven\u2019 \u2014 but you really needn\u2019t worry. You\u2019ll find shark spotters keeping tabs in many popular surfing spots, as well as warning alarms and shark flags.<\/p>\n

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Spot them for yourself on: Cape Town Day Tour: Shark Cage Diving (full day)<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n

7. Southern right whale<\/h2>\n

The final member of South Africa\u2019s \u2018big seven\u2019, the endangered Southern right whale can reach up to 17m (55.7 ft) in length and weigh up to a whopping 110 tons (100,000 kilograms). In other words, they\u2019re not exactly on the small side! Known to be curious and friendly, these majestic creatures are now thought to number around 14,000 or so within the southern hemisphere. A real change from the heights of the whaling industry, when there were thought to be less than 300 left in the world\u2019s oceans.<\/p>\n

Hermanus \u2014 the \u2018whale watching capital of South Africa\u2019 \u2014 is the place to spot these mighty mammals. During the whale-watching season from June to November, you\u2019re practically guaranteed sightings. The best part is you don\u2019t even need to be on the water \u2014 take a wander along the 12km (7.5 mi) long coastal path where you\u2019ll often see them bobbing up and down right off South Africa’s beaches<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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8. Spotted hyena<\/h2>\n

Perhaps one of the most misunderstood of South Africa\u2019s creatures, the spotted hyena is often characterized as being part thuggish scavenger, part pathetic coward \u2014 and we\u2019ve got The Lion King<\/em> in part to blame. That\u2019s not entirely fair, as they\u2019re actually formidable predators \u2014 second only to lions for sheer ferocity and hunting prowess \u2014 who hunt more than they scavenge. <\/p>\n

Run by an alpha female, clans can number up to 30 individuals, and there\u2019s a strict power structure in place, with \u200b\u200bdominance passing down the alpha\u2019s line to her cubs. It\u2019s actually the wandering males who are the lowest in the hierarchy, so when it comes to girl power, the spotted hyena rules the roost.<\/p>\n

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Spot them for yourself on: Solo-ish South Africa<\/a><\/strong> <\/p>\n\n

9. African penguin<\/h2>\n

Chances are if you\u2019ve read anything about Cape Town, you\u2019ll have heard of the Boulder\u2019s Beach penguins. Pint-sized and weighing just around five kgs (11 pounds), they\u2019re incredibly cute, and can be seen bounding over boulders and torpedoing through the waves. A colony of around 1,000 pairs lives in this Marine Protected Area about a 40-minute drive from central Cape Town. Also known as \u2018jackass penguins\u2019, you\u2019ll often hear them letting out a noise similar to a braying donkey or ass.<\/p>\n

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Spot them for yourself on: Southern Africa Family Journey: In Search of the Big Five<\/a><\/strong> <\/p>\n\n

10. African wild dog<\/h2>\n

One of the world\u2019s most endangered mammals, the African wild dog (aka painted dog) is perhaps one of the hardest creatures to spot on our list. One of the world\u2019s most effective predators, there are thought to just be around 650 or so within the country \u2014 predominantly in Kruger and Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park. <\/p>\n

Success rates for kills on hunts with these charismatic pack animals is 85% \u2014 one of the highest of any carnivore on the planet \u2014 and they can run at speeds of 48 km\/h (29.8 miles per hour) for up to five km (3.1 mi). Not too shabby! You\u2019ll often hear them before you see them \u2014 listen out for whines, tweets, and yips sounding like various bird calls.<\/p>\n

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Spot them for yourself on: Active South Africa: Kruger Safari and Tugela Falls<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n

11. Aardvark<\/h2>\n

Nocturnal and solitary animals, the aardvark \u2014 meaning \u2018earth pig\u2019 in Afrikaans \u2014 can be notoriously difficult to find. Their burrows can reach 13 metres in length, and the only real reason they leave them is to munch on insects \u2014 50,000 of them no less \u2014 when twilight hits. Your only realistic chance of seeing them then is on a night drive \u2014 ideally in open terrain during the southern African winter (May to August). The best place to find them is arguably the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park \u2014 a vast wilderness right on the fringes of the Kalahari Desert bordering both Namibia<\/a> and Botswana<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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12. Kudu<\/h2>\n

From one animal you probably won\u2019t see to one you will, the kudu is one of the largest species of antelope in the world \u2014 weighing up to a mammoth 315kg (695 pounds). They\u2019re synonymous with their mighty, twisting horns \u2014 which only the males have and grow to an incredible length of 1.8 metres (5.90 feet). They prefer scrub and woodland to open savannah, and you\u2019ll find them in various national parks and game reserves across the country \u2014 including Pilanesberg and Kruger.<\/p>\n

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13. Honey badger<\/h2>\n

Made an internet sensation back in 2011, the honey badger is now synonymous with being a badass \u2014 and you can see why. Known for defending themselves from prides of lions, eating venomous puff adders, and even chasing off leopards from a fresh kill, they\u2019re often referred to as the \u2018tank\u2019 of the savannah. <\/p>\n

They\u2019re utterly fearless and earned themselves a spot in the Guinness World Records<\/em> as the \u2018world\u2019s most fearless animal\u2019. Your best bet to spot these ferocious critters (at a safe distance, naturally) is at the aforementioned Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park.<\/p>\n

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14. Springbok<\/h2>\n

We couldn\u2019t whip up a list of South African wildlife without mentioning their national animal now \u2014 could we? The elegant springbok is a small and slender antelope reaching speeds of up to 88 km\/h (55 miles-per-hour) and leaping up to two metres (6.56 ft) in the air. No wonder that the national rugby team adopted the name \u2018The Springboks\u2019. The animals are widely distributed across central and northwestern South Africa \u2014 though strangely you won\u2019t find them in Kruger.<\/p>\n

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15. Black mamba<\/h2>\n

There\u2019s a reason Uma Thurman\u2019s character was called \u2018black mamba\u2019 in Kill Bill: Volume 1<\/em>. These slinking assassins are one of the most feared creatures in the whole of Africa, and the second-largest venomous snake after the mighty king cobra. If that wasn\u2019t enough, it\u2019s also the fastest snake in the world, capable of reaching speeds of up to 19 kph (12 miles per hour) \u2014 and they\u2019re aggressive when threatened.<\/p>\n

The good news is that they tend to live in game parks and off the beaten track. Meaning that you\u2019re most likely to spot them when you\u2019re actually in<\/em> a game vehicle \u2014 phew! On a very different note, the \u2018Black Mambas\u2019 are a fantastic anti-poaching initiative made entirely of women in the Great Kruger National Park. Meeting these women is truly inspiring and something you can do at Balule Nature Reserve.<\/p>\n

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Spot them for yourself on: Best of South Africa<\/a><\/strong> <\/p>\n\n

16. Cheetah<\/h2>\n

Rounding off our list of South African wildlife, here comes the cheetah \u2014 another of Africa\u2019s most iconic big cats. The world\u2019s fastest land animal \u2014 capable of reaching speeds of up to a whopping 120 kph (74.5 miles per hour) \u2014 they\u2019re incredible to witness in the wild. <\/p>\n

Africa\u2019s most endangered wild cat after decades of persecution, their numbers in South Africa have steadily risen after years of conservation efforts \u2014 and the country now has the third-largest population in the world. Both Kruger and the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park are strongholds of these fascinating felines \u2014 and your best bet for spotting them while you\u2019re in South Africa.<\/p>\n

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Spot them for yourself on: Journeys: Explore Cape Town & Kruger National Park<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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