Diawling National Park
Facts and practical information
The Diawling National Park lies in south west Mauritania around the Senegal River delta. During the rainy season, much of the park consists of large lakes. It is known for having over 220 species of identified birds, including pelicans, black storks, and flamingos, and also for its fish. ()
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Wildlife
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Common Hippopotamus
The hippopotamus, or hippo, is a fascinating and hefty mammal native to Africa, renowned for its massive barrel-shaped body, wide-opening mouth, and almost hairless skin. These semiaquatic giants can weigh around 1,500 kg on average.
Mammals
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.
Birds
Red-fronted gazelle
The red-fronted gazelle, scientifically named Eudorcas rufifrons, is a captivating species that roams widely across Africa, particularly within the Sahel zone. These elegant animals favor arid grasslands, wooded savannas, and shrubby steppes in the region.
Mammals
Crocodile
Crocodiles, often referred to as true crocodiles, are captivating large semiaquatic reptiles found across Africa, Asia, the Americas, and Australia. They belong to the subfamily Crocodylinae within the order Crocodilia. This discussion focuses exclusively on the...
Reptiles
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...
Birds
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