Discover Africa Wildlife

28/05/2026

Giza is special because black leopards are extremely rare in Africa. For many years, people even doubted they existed here until one was officially documented in Laikipia in 2019.
Her dark coat comes from a rare genetic condition called melanism, though her spots can still be seen in the right light. She’s also known for being calm around safari vehicles, making her one of the most photographed black leopards ever.
Today, Laikipia is one of the best places to possibly see a black leopard, but sightings are still very rare. Her name, Giza, means “darkness” in Swahili.

Video from Michael Laubscher

27/05/2026

Sometimes mountain gorillas leave the park and go into nearby villages looking for food.
When this happens, rangers gently guide them back to the forest to keep both people and gorillas safe.

The biggest danger is not fighting, but contact with humans and diseases.
That’s why rangers and communities work together to protect them.

26/05/2026

African buffalo are one of the few animals on the savannah known for standing together against predators.

When a member of the herd is attacked, buffalo often circle back instead of fleeing completely. Large bulls and even entire herds have been seen charging lions, using their size, horns, and numbers to try and rescue a trapped member.

In the wild, survival is often about strength in numbers, and buffalo herds are one of nature’s strongest examples of that loyalty and collective defense.

22/05/2026

Incredible elephant gathering in Tsavo National Park. The recent heavy rainfall across the region has left waterholes full and vegetation thriving. During good rainy seasons like this, it’s possible to witness massive concentrations as family groups move through the park together.

Their reddish color comes from dusting themselves with Tsavo’s iron-rich red soil.
Video from ROAN CARR-HARTLEY

21/05/2026

Scenes of giraffes being brought down by lions are rare sightings in the wild. This is because when lions do hunt an adult giraffe, it’s intense and dangerous. They usually try to jump onto the back or flanks and bring it down through sheer teamwork and exhaustion. Even then, lions can get injured in the process because one kick from those legs can kill or seriously injure a lion.

Video From Peter Sairowua

20/05/2026

This is Tarangire National Park, famous for its massive elephant herds and ancient baobab-covered landscapes. Elephants are the heartbeat of Tarangire, moving through the park in family groups led by wise matriarchs, raising calves, protecting one another, and shaping the ecosystem as they travel. During the dry season, hundreds gather around the Tarangire River, creating one of the largest concentrations of elephants in Tanzania.

Video From Brenden Simonson

19/05/2026

RARE sighting of seven cheetah cubs spotted in Kruger National Park - South Africa.

Female cheetahs usually give birth to around 3 – 5 cubs, and many cubs do not survive because of predators, harsh weather, or lack of food. A litter of 7 is already uncommon, and seeing all 7 alive and together is an especially special sighting in the wild.

Video From krugerpridesafaris

18/05/2026

Ostriches are one of the fastest land birds in the world. They can run up to about 70 km/h.

Their long legs help them take big steps, which help them move very quickly across open land. Even though they cannot fly, they use speed to escape danger and survive in the wild.

13/05/2026

Spotted hyenas lie on their bellies in mud or wet ground to cool down more efficiently, since the stomach and chest areas lose heat faster when they’re in contact with a cool surface. It also helps them stay comfortable while resting in hot conditions.

13/05/2026