A common sight in coastal regions throughout the Northern Hemisphere

Has the incredible ability to swallow eggs that are much larger than its own head

Loud birds with a distinct three-note whistling sound

One of the easiest birds of prey to identify from a distance

Known for their vibrant colors, which can change rapidly in response to their environment, mood, or social interactions

Amazing flyers — they can even drink water while they’re flying!

A bat with a face that looks like it belongs on a comic superhero!

Males are particularly eye-catching with their black and white plumage, looking like they’re wearing a little tuxedo

It’s a frog, but it doesn’t look like the typical frogs we think of!

Most common and widely distributed swallow globally

Often called the “singer of the night,” it produces a complex and beautiful melody that has captivated people for centuries

A bird as big as a crow but with feathers that shimmer an unbelievable shade of blue

Covered in tough, overlapping scales made of keratin — the same material human fingernails are made from

Underneath this colorful beak, there’s a hidden surprise – a built-in net for scooping up a delicious lunch!

True to their name, they transform into protective balls when threatened, tucking their heads in for ultimate defense

The direct ancestor of the domestic cat—no wonder why they look so alike!

Often seen as a symbol of strength, freedom, and keen vision in many African communities

With its striking appearance and distinctive call, it is often referred to as the “voice of Africa”

In some regions, they are regarded as messengers of the gods or as symbols of rain and fertility

Itd name means “tree snake” in Afrikaans and Dutch, a fitting description of its arboreal lifestyle

Notoriously grumpy, always putting on a dramatic hissy fit when approached

Their horizontal pupils give them a permanently surprised expression

During breeding, they transform with elegant white plumage, adorned by decorative plumes on the head, neck, and back

They were commonly depicted in art from ancient Egypt

They consistently display a restless demeanor and exhibit a distinctive, tail-trembling behavior

Exhibit powerful flight, with distinctive slow wing beats and an extended neck, defining features during their aerial movements

Holds cultural symbolism in some societies, representing good luck

Adaptable raptor known for its hovering hunting technique and striking appearance

Their highly acidic stomachs and powerful enzymes help break down and neutralize harmful bacteria and toxins present in the carcasses they feed on

They are known to scavenge at rubbish dumps and around slaughterhouses, helping to dispose of animal byproducts and reducing potential health risks

A genetic mix of 72% grey wolf & 28% Ethiopian wolf was classified as an African variant of the golden jackal until 2015!

Racing to extinction: historically ranging throughout Africa to India, now distributed in small, fragmented populations

Size matters! The largest of the three elephant species and the largest extant terrestrial creature on our planet

White with a dark future! Victim of the myths, it is the biggest of the five rhino species

With 3 out of 8 subspecies have been declared extinct, illegal poaching puts these hooked upper lip rhinos in danger

85% successful kills! Yet irreversibly waning, it is among the most endangered canids in Africa

Most diverse species of a gorilla; inhabits midwest Africa

Disappearing graceful shadows, this tree-climber is on the way to extinction

Often called ‘whispering’ bats because their echolocation used to access the area and prey location are low intensity and not strong

Distinguished by its impressive array of quills that can be erected into a striking crest, it represents one of the most formidable rodent species in terms of defense mechanisms. These quills, which cover the animal from its head down its back, are not only visually striking but also serve as a critical tool for self-preservation. […]

1.6 ton (1.5 tonne) + 48 km/h (30 mph) = what do you think?

African darters or ‘snakebirds’ are expert underwater fishermen equipped with stealth, diving skills, and a spear-like bill

Arabian ostrich, 1 of 4 subspecies, was hunted to extinction in mid-20th century

The most cosmopolitan of owls with home ranges extending across the globe

These owls are strictly nocturnal and generalist hunters, preying on moths, scorpions, birds, rodents, and everything in between

If you ever forget the tune of a song, don’t worry; this bird has your back

This cute and small bird is one of the most elite hunters below the water’s surface

The master hunter and the bane of the bees

The hammerheads of the bird kingdom

One of the most bizarre creatures you can ever lay your eyes upon

The fossil records suggest that this species has been on this planet for millions of years

These birds seem to have lost their way to the beauty pageant

This large heron is a firm believer in the adage: “Patience is the key to success”

The most numerous wild bird species in the world

The tiny hovering jewel of house gardens

Living around smelly brackish marshes is unthinkable, but these birds love their isolated habitat or don’t have a sense of smell

Don’t be disappointed if you don’t see a fluffy tail on these birds – it’s a misnomer

Native to Africa, it is the best-known bird of its family, broadly introduced as domesticated species

At the speed of over 321 km/h (200 mph), this bird outraces a Formula1 car

The only member of the genus having wide distribution across Asia and Africa is sociable, unlike other members of its family

Loves trees! Only member of its family breeding in Europe

Their dull mousy-brown color justifies the name pretty well

This Nature’s cleaners are the largest & heaviest living stork

As the name suggests, this whitish stork has a bright red face and a distinctively long yellow bill

The colorful stork of Africa

The stork with the widest geographic range

The folktale bird that brings the babies!

An unrushed flyboy from Africa

This bird taps its feet to imitate rain to make the prey reach the surface

One of the very few birds with an upturned bill

Elegant long-legged wader, common almost worldwide

The janitors of the bird world

This bird can give any cross-country runner a run for their money

Global Warming got nothing on this bird

Looks no less than a renaissance masterpiece

The most elegant of all godwit species

These enthusiastic travelers can be seen almost worldwide in different seasons

Insect-eating, tree-dwelling, and an incredible co-partner. That said, there’s nothing uninteresting about this one

Dependable wings and a muscular build. Nope, we aren’t talking about the next Redbull ad campaign

Once found flying 11,300 meters (37,100 ft) high, sadly, this was more of an accident than a discovery

They’re known as ‘old world vultures’ endemic to Africa and the first ones to get a whiff of corpses

A highly intelligent species that is the world’s only tool-using vulture with a long migratory range

The yellow-eyed devil

A magnificent migratory bird with long, broad wings and a short tail that sings in the form of musical whistles

The African giant vulture has a wingspan up to 2.80 m (9 ft) wide

One of only six land-birds with a cosmopolitan distribution habituating all continents except Antarctica

A long-legged bird with a stunning black feather crest on its back head

African rock dwellers that resemble pikas , but are more closely related to elephants!

Often referred to as “scaly anteaters” due to their diet and appearance

Dig large subterranean burrows that other animals can hide in during fires, hence preventing wildlife deaths

Inhabiting humid forests in West Africa; they are the smallest of the three elephant species

Living in troops, a real-life example of “All for one, and one for all”

Got their common name due to their resemblance to otters and shrews, but not true otters nor shrews

We can rotate our pinnae by 80 degrees!

Live in harmony with a parasite causes the deadly Sleeping sickness in humans

Appeared in Egyptian paintings from 300 B.C., it is known as “Pharaoh’s cat” and is considered a holy animal that is housed in temples