Inner Niger Delta
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The Inner Niger Delta, also known as the Macina or Masina, is the inland delta of the Niger River. It is an area of fluvial wetlands, lakes and floodplains in the semi-arid Sahel area of central Mali, just south of the Sahara desert. ()
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Black crowned crane
The black crowned crane, also known as the black crested crane, is a captivating bird from the crane family, Gruidae. This striking species can be found in the dry savannas of Africa, south of the Sahara Desert, and occasionally in slightly wetter regions.
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Ruff
The ruff is a medium-sized wading bird commonly found across northern Eurasia. Noted for their social and migratory nature, ruffs gather in large flocks during winter in regions such as southern and western Europe, Africa, southern Asia, and Australia.
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Cormorant
Cormorants and shags, members of the Phalacrocoracidae family, are captivating aquatic birds encompassing about 40 different species. These birds, ranging from medium to large in size, are easily recognized by their dark plumage, long hooked bills, and webbed feet...
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Northern pintail
The Northern Pintail, commonly referred to as the pintail, is a duck species found across a wide geographic range, spanning from northern Europe and the Palearctic to North America. These ducks are migratory, wintering in regions south of their breeding grounds...
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African manatee
The African manatee, also known as the West African manatee, is a gentle, herbivorous mammal inhabiting the waters of western Africa, from Senegal to Angola. While it bears similarities to the West Indian manatee, much remains unknown about this fascinating creature.
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