Sapo National Park
Facts and practical information
Sapo National Park is a national park in Sinoe County, Liberia. It is the country's largest protected area of rainforest, was the first national park established in the country, and contains the second-largest area of primary tropical rainforest in West Africa after Taï National Park in neighbouring Côte d'Ivoire. Agriculture, construction, fishing, hunting, human settlement, and logging are prohibited in the park. ()
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Wildlife
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Pygmy hippopotamus
The pygmy hippopotamus is a distinctive and intriguing species indigenous to the forests of West Africa, primarily in Liberia. In contrast to its larger relative, the common hippo, the pygmy hippo is a reclusive and nocturnal animal, preferring to avoid attention.
Mammals
Leopard
Leopards, belonging to the Felidae family and the genus Panthera, are among the five big cats in this group. They inhabit sub-Saharan Africa, parts of Central Asia, the Indian subcontinent, Southeast Asia, and East Asia.
Mammals
African golden cat
The African golden cat is a captivating wild cat species native to the rainforests of West and Central Africa. Regrettably, this stunning animal faces significant threats such as deforestation and bushmeat hunting, leading to its classification as Vulnerable on the...
Mammals
Diana monkey
The Diana monkey is a fascinating member of the Old World monkey family, classified scientifically as Cercopithecoidea. With 148 species in this group, the Diana monkey distinguishes itself through its unique features and behaviors.
Mammals
White-necked rockfowl
The white-necked rockfowl, also known as the white-necked picathartes, is a captivating bird native to the rocky, forested highlands of West Africa, ranging from Guinea to Ghana. This medium-sized bird commands attention with its striking appearance: it boasts...
Birds
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