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Patagonian Mara
Scientific Name: Dolichotis patagonum DID YOU KNOW? Patagonian maras look like a mix between a rabbit and a small deer, but they’re actually large rodents. They can leap up to 2 meters, using powerful hind legs. Maras form strong monogamous pairs that can last a lifetime. EVERY SPECIES COUNT Their populations are declining due to […]
MarseniaBlue Wildebeest
Scientific Name: Connochaetes taurinus DID YOU KNOW? Blue wildebeest are famous for their Great Migration, one of the world’s most spectacular wildlife events. They are strong runners and can reach speeds of 80 km/h. Their “blue” name comes from the slight bluish sheen on their coat. EVERY SPECIES COUNT Although currently stable, wildebeest...
MarseniaNilgai
Scientific Name: Boselaphus tragocamelus DID YOU KNOW? Nilgai are the largest antelope in Asia. Their name means “blue cow,” referring to the bluish-grey coat of adult males. They can run at impressive speeds to escape predators. EVERY SPECIES COUNT Nilgai populations are stable but face pressure from habitat loss and conflict with agriculture....
MarseniaBlackbuck
Scientific Name: Antilope cervicapra DID YOU KNOW? Male blackbuck are known for their stunning spiral horns, which can reach up to 70 cm. Their name comes from the males’ striking dark-brown (almost black) coats. They are one of the fastest antelopes, reaching speeds of over 80 km/h. EVERY SPECIES COUNT Blackbuck populations are increasing...
MarseniaCommon Eland
Scientific Name: Taurotragus oryx DID YOU KNOW? The common eland is the second-largest antelope in the world. They produce a unique clicking sound when they walk, possibly to keep the herd together. Despite their size, they are excellent jumpers and can leap over 2 meters from a standstill! EVERY SPECIES COUNT Eland populations remain stable,...
MarseniaScimitar-horned Oryx
Scientific Name: Oryx dammah DID YOU KNOW? Their long, curved horns can reach 1 meter in length, and both males and females have them. They can tolerate extreme heat and rarely need to drink water. Once extinct in the wild, they are now being successfully reintroduced thanks to global conservation programs. EVERY SPECIES COUNT The […]
MarseniaAddax
Scientific Name: Addax nasomaculatus DID YOU KNOW? The addax is one of the world’s most desert-adapted antelopes. They can go months without drinking, surviving on moisture from plants. Their coat changes colour with the seasons, darker in winter, lighter in summer. EVERY SPECIES COUNT Addax are Critically Endangered, with fewer than 100...
MarseniaSouth African Giraffe
Scientific Name: Giraffa camelopardalis giraffa DID YOU KNOW? South African giraffes have star-shaped patches that are lighter toward the legs. Their hearts can weigh up to 11 kg, powerful enough to pump blood up their long necks. Baby giraffes can stand within one hour of being born. EVERY SPECIES COUNT While their numbers are stabilizing in...
MarseniaReticulated Giraffe
Scientific Name: Giraffa camelopardalis reticulata DID YOU KNOW? Reticulated giraffes have the most striking coat pattern of all giraffe subspecies, with sharp, net-like lines. Their long tongues, up to 45 cm, are dark to protect them from sunburn. They only sleep for short bursts, sometimes just 5 minutes at a time! EVERY SPECIES COUNT...
MarseniaCommon Warthog
Scientific Name: Phacochoerus africanus DID YOU KNOW? Warthogs often kneel on their front legs while eating, using special calloused pads. Their “warts” are actually thick skin growths that protect them during fights. They can run up to 50 km/h! When fleeing danger, they raise their tails like a flag, helping their babies follow. EVERY SPECIES...
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