Elephants are the largest land animals in the world, and African elephants are bigger than Asian elephants. Two species of African elephants exist African forest elephants and African bush elephants. The bush elephant is the larger of the two.
Adult African bush elephants can weigh 18,000 pounds and stand at a shoulder height of 13 feet. They are considered the strongest land animal and strongest mammals in the world by pure strength. An African bush elephant can lift a 250 kg object with just its trunk.
Despite their enormous size, elephants are agile and can run as fast as 40 miles per hour. They can also walk long distances and cover 25 to 195 km per day in search of food and shelter. Read more about these amazing majestic animals in our elephant facts.
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In addition to our country, they are more common in Africa. Unable to tolerate the heat of Africa, they live near rivers and lakes. As the eyes, ears and nose are located on the top of the head, they can easily submerge themselves in the river water.
Table Mountain is a flat-topped peak that looms over Cape Town. Its unique plateau shape has been shaped over millions of years and is a UNESCO World Heritage site. A cable car whisks visitors to the summit, where sweeping views of the city, coast, and surrounding landscapes await.
We love giraffes! It’s our mascot, our logo, and dare we say it, Art of Safaris’ collective spirit animal. No matter how many lions, elephants, or leopards you see, an African safari is wholly incomplete without seeing giraffes.
In our series of letters from African writers, Nigerian journalist and novelist Adaobi Tricia Nwaubani writes about the throne reserved for the Queen of England in the West African state.
