Chad Basin National Park
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The Chad Basin National Park is a national park in northeastern Nigeria, in the Chad Basin, with a total area of about 2,258 km2. The park is fragmented, with three sectors. The Chingurmi-Duguma sector is in Borno State, in a Sudanian Savanna ecological zone. The Bade-Nguru Wetlands and Bulatura sectors are in Yobe State in the Sahel ecological zone. ()
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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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White stork
The white stork is a striking bird characterized by its predominantly white plumage, black-tipped wings, long red legs, and sharp red beak. This large bird measures about 100 to 115 cm in length and boasts a wingspan of 155 to 215 cm.
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Helmeted guineafowl
The helmeted guineafowl is a familiar sight in Africa, particularly in regions south of the Sahara. It is the sole species in the genus Numida and belongs to the guineafowl family, Numididae. Over the years, this bird has dispersed beyond Africa to locations such as...
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Red-billed quelea
The red-billed quelea is a small migratory bird native to Sub-Saharan Africa and a member of the weaver family. Originally described by Linnaeus in 1758, it was later classified under the genus Quelea. There are three subspecies of this bird, each with distinct...
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Demoiselle crane
The demoiselle crane is a captivating bird species native to central Eurosiberia, ranging from the Black Sea through Mongolia and northeastern China. A smaller breeding population also resides in Turkey. These migratory birds journey to warmer climates during winter...
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