Outamba-Kilimi National Park
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Outamba-Kilimi National Park is located in northwest Sierra Leone near the border with the Republic of Guinea. The park is divided into two areas, Outamba and Kilimi. The area became a game reserve in 1974, and was formally gazetted as a National Park in October 1995. The park is named after its highest peak in one part, Mount Outamba, and its longest river in the other, River Kilimi. The area was originally chosen for preservation as it contains a large number of chimpanzees. The vegetation is called woodland savanna, with a mixture of jungle and savanna. ()
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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.
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Bongo
The bongo is a captivating forest-dwelling herbivore easily recognized by its striking reddish-brown coat, distinctive black and white markings, and long, slightly spiraled horns. These animals are primarily nocturnal and have a complex social structure.
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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.
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Elephant
Elephants, the largest land mammals on Earth, belong to the Elephantidae family within the Proboscidea order. There are three primary species: the African bush elephant, the African forest elephant, and the Asian elephant.
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Chimpanzee
Chimpanzees, scientifically known as Pan troglodytes, are a captivating species of great apes native to tropical Africa. Recognized in four confirmed subspecies, these primates are among our closest relatives. Covered in coarse black hair, they are both larger and more...
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