Animals Found Only In Africa
- African Elephant – The African elephant is the largest land animal on earth, with distinctively large ears and a long, curved trunk. It is found in various habitats across Africa, including savannas, forests, and deserts.
- African Lion – The African lion is one of the most iconic animals in Africa, with its distinctive mane and powerful roar. It is found in savannas and grasslands across the continent.
- Mountain Gorilla – The mountain gorilla is a critically endangered primate found only in the mountain forests of central Africa, primarily in the Virunga Mountains that stretch across Rwanda, Uganda, and the Democratic Republic of Congo.
- Okapi – The okapi is a relatively unknown forest giraffe that is found only in the rainforests of the Democratic Republic of Congo. It has a unique striped pattern on its hindquarters and is sometimes referred to as the “forest giraffe.”
- African Wild Dog – The African wild dog is a highly social carnivore found in sub-Saharan Africa. It has a distinctive coat pattern of black, white, and tan patches and is one of the continent’s most endangered mammals.
