South Africa is one of the best places in the world to see animals, and there are many species that you can’t find anywhere else. Here’s a list of some of the most popularly seen animals on safari tours:

1. Best Animals to See on a Safari in South Africa
Introduction
South Africa is one of the best places in the world to see animals, and there are many species
that you can’t find anywhere else. Here’s a list of some of the most popularly seen animals on
safari tours:
Wild Dogs
Wild dogs are endangered, but that doesn’t mean you can’t see them on safari. Wild dogs have
several different names: painted dogs, spotted hyenas and African wild dogs. They are found in
Africa, from South Africa to Ethiopia. The name “African wild dog” is misleading because these
animals aren’t actually related to domestic dogs at all; they’re canids like wolves and foxes.
The social structure of a pack of African wild dogs is similar to that of most other species of
canine (including your own pet). The alpha male and female rule with an iron fist—but when
they do something wrong they’re punished by their peers without question or hesitation!

2. Cheetahs
If you want to see the fastest land mammals in Africa, then a cheetah safari is a must. Cheetahs
are the most beautiful of all cats and they have graceful bodies with spots that look like leopard
print. They also have long tails that make them appear even more elegant and swift.
These animals are endangered due to habitat loss and human conflict; however, there are many
reserves established for their protection and breeding programs that help ensure their survival.
Cheetahs can be found throughout Southern Africa including Kruger National Park in South
Africa’s northeast province Mpumalanga where we recommend you visit for an intimate
encounter with these majestic creatures!
Lions

3. Lions are the King of the Jungle. They’re also the most social of all cats, living in groups of up to
30 animals called prides. These prides consist of a group of related females and their cubs,
along with a small number of male lions who stay for only a few years before leaving to start
their own prides.
Lions are unique among big cats in that they hunt prey like Cape buffalo and giraffes in groups,
using tactics similar to those used by wolves: they surround their prey until it becomes
exhausted or disoriented enough to be killed with one swift bite to its neck or head.
Elephants
Elephants are the largest land animal in the world, with an average lifespan of 60 years. There
are two species of African elephants: forest and savannah. These animals have large ears that
help them cool down while they’re in hot climates. They also have thick skin under their feet to
protect them from harsh ground conditions, such as thorny plants or hot lava rocks that they
might encounter while walking around during the day time hours when temperatures can be
extremely high outside due to lack of shade trees surrounding these areas where elephants
roam freely during daylight hours before retiring back into their homes at nightfall (which means
sunset).
Elephants are very intelligent creatures which live in herds led by females (mothers) who teach
their children how things work within their society–including how each member should behave
toward one another within each family unit since there aren’t any “rules” written down anywhere;
everything is learned through observation by watching others around them perform tasks such
as gathering food for dinner on daily basis!

4. Elephants can usually be found near rivers where water exists nearby so that they don’t need
worry about dehydration causing death among members within herd groups since being
dehydrated could lead them toward becoming ill because there would not enough fluids left
inside body organs needed sustain life functions properly working throughout entire lifetime
span.”
Rhinos
Rhinos are herbivores, and they have a very poor sense of smell. Rhinos are endangered. They
are hunted for their horns, which are made of keratin—the same material that makes up human
fingernails. The horn is used in traditional Chinese medicine and as an ornamental item in
Vietnam and other countries.
Rhinos are very sociable animals that live together in groups called herds or “clans” of about 2
to 15 individuals led by a matriarchal female who is the oldest member of the group (though
younger females may lead her temporarily).
Female rhinoceroses give birth after a gestation period of 14 months to one calf every two years
on average, with twins being born rarely (once every 20 years or so). Calves weigh between 70
and 100 pounds at birth and they suckle until they reach three years old at which point they stop
drinking milk but continue grazing with their mothers until they reach adulthood at around five

5. years old.
Leopards
Leopards are the smallest of the big cats, but they’re still predators with a big appetite. These
beautiful cats are mostly nocturnal and solitary, so you will rarely see them in groups. They can
be found in a wide range of habitats, from the desert to the rainforest.
Leopards are good climbers and swimmers — they even have semi-retractable claws that help
them grip tree branches or rocks as they climb up steep cliffs or swim across rivers! Some
leopards live on trees or in caves rather than on land at all.
Buffalo
One of the most common animals in the Kruger National Park is the buffalo. You will see them
grazing in herds or browsing on trees and shrubs. The buffalo is a large African bovine animal
that weighs up to 1,500 pounds and stands six feet tall at its shoulders. The male buffalo has

6. massive horns that can grow up to four feet long!
Buffalo are very important animals to Africa’s ecosystem because they help spread seeds and
fertilize soil as they wander around looking for food. They also provide game meat for people
who hunt them with guns, bows and arrows, spears or snares. Buffalo are popular game
animals for many South Africans because they’re big enough to feed a lot of people with just
one animal hunted successfully.
Zebras
Zebras are known for their distinctive black and white stripes, which they use to protect
themselves against predators. They are herbivores that live in groups called herds, and they are
social animals who bond with one another by grooming each other.
Zebras can be found all over Africa and even some parts of Europe. They are fast runners, able
to reach speeds up to 70 kilometers per hour (43 miles per hour). Zebras also have excellent
eyesight and hearing so that they can detect predators from far away.
Giraffes

7. ● The height of a giraffe is quite impressive. The average male will be around 18 feet tall,
while the female is usually shorter by about 1 foot.
● Giraffes have long necks, which they use to feed on leaves that are up to 25 feet above
the ground. Their tongues are also long—about 18 inches!
● Giraffes have spots all over their bodies, but no two look exactly alike—just like people!
That’s why they’re called “giraffes.”
● Giraffes are herbivores that eat leaves, grasses and shrubs in order to get energy for their
big bodies. They can eat up to 75 pounds per day! If you’re ever lucky enough to see one
feeding in person (and aren’t too scared), make sure not touch it or feed it anything: these
animals need all of their strength just for staying alive out there in Africa’s wilds where
predators can attack at any moment.* You might be wondering: how do giraffes live?
Well…they live everywhere! They can survive anywhere from Sahara Desert conditions
with little rainfall all year-round through semi-arid savannahs such as Kruger National
Park where rainfall does occur during certain times during summer months only but still
carries enough moisture for plants heretofore unseen elsewhere on earth as well as other
parts such as Kalahari desert which receives very little precipitation whatsoever
throughout wintertime months only; this makes sense since these regions already receive
plenty of sunshine throughout year round weather patterns which makes sense since
they’re located along equator line itself so it’d naturally receive plenty sun exposure
regardless season would be.*
Hippos and Crocodiles
Now that you’ve learned about the animals on safari, it’s time to get into some details about
each one. Hippos are a favorite of many travelers. They’re large and intimidating, but not
aggressive unless provoked or threatened. A hippo can move at up to 20 km/h (12 mph), so if

8. you do encounter one in the wild be sure not to walk too close! Crocodiles don’t have quite as
many teeth as their reputation suggests—they usually have around 4-6 rows of teeth which they
use for hunting and eating prey items like fish and small mammals. They have excellent
eyesight and hearing, allowing them to hunt with stealth in murky waters where prey may be
hiding from predators like lions or hyenas!
In South Africa, you’ll see the Big 5 as well as other
rare animals.
The Big 5 are the most popular animals to see on a safari in South Africa. You’ll see these big,
fierce animals on your tour:
● Lion
● Leopard
● Cape buffalo
● Elephant
● Rhino (white and black)
However, there are many other animals that you might want to watch out for too. These include
baboons, hippos, crocodiles and even aardvark! In addition to seeing these exotic species of
wildlife, you’ll also have the opportunity to visit different national parks across South Africa
where each park has its own unique flora and fauna.

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