Animals

Giraffe

Distribution and Habitat: The geographical distribution of this species extends from southern Sahara to northern Botswana. Giraffes prefer arid and dry areas. They are found in savannas, pastures or open woods. As these animals only drink water occasionally they are... READ MORE.

Fallow Deer

Distribution and Habitat: Fallow deer currently exists in 38 countries, being present in North and South America, Europe, South Africa, Australia and New Zealand. They live in the most diverse territories, from very cold areas to the most arid areas.... READ MORE.

Eland

Distribution and Habitat: Their distribution ranges from Ethiopia, passing through southern Zaire and even South Africa. They can live in both steppes and forests, and can be found in semi-desert areas, and with 4 km elevations. Diet: Eland are a... READ MORE.

Red Lechwe

Distribution and Habitat: Lechwe are found in the southernmost areas of African savannas. The population is most concentrated in Zambia, but small populations can be found in Angola and Botswana. They prefer swampy areas, as they have access to food... READ MORE.

Chital Deer

Distribution and Habitat: The axis deer is originally from India, Sri Lanka, Nepal and Bhutan. It occupies swampy areas and rarely moves to areas of dense forest. Diet: The most prevalent foods in the axis deer diet are herbs, flowers... READ MORE.

Springbok

Distribution and Habitat:  Springbok territory includes Namibia, Botswana, Angola and South Africa. The preferred habitat is the areas of pastures, scrub and dry scrub. Diet: Species considered “intermediate feeder”, that is, they eat both grass and more selective plants, such... READ MORE.

Congo Buffalo

Distribution and Habitat: The geographical distribution of this species is centered in central Africa. They prefer savanna areas with forest patches and have been found at more than 4000 m above sea level. Diet: Buffaloes are ruminants feeding on pastures,... READ MORE.

Ostrich

Distribution and Habitat: They are distributed throughout the sub-Saharan region, preferring savannah and pasture areas. Diet: Ostriches are herbivorous animals, mainly feeding on vegetable matter, but they can occasionally ingest animal matter, from carcasses left by predators. They are highly... READ MORE.

Barbary Sheep

Distribution and Habitat: Originally from the mountains of the Sahara and currently inhabiting all the great mountains of North America. They were introduced to Europe and later to American zoos. The surplus animals were transferred to private reserves that eventually... READ MORE.