Browse our archive of blogs about the animals and wildlife of Namibia. Learn about desert species, ecosystems, and conservation in this extraordinary African landscape.
Have you ever wondered what animals are the weirdest in the world? A biologist reveals 15 of the planet's most weird animal species. From see-through fish to toxic sea dragons, here is the bizarre reality.
The black mamba isn’t actually black, and it doesn't "hunt" humans. A biologist explores the science and behavior of Africa’s most misunderstood apex predator.
Most zoo visitors walk right past the "moss-colored ribbon" in the trees without realizing it’s a Snake Boomslang. Here are 12 facts about the gorgeous, lethal serpent you’ve likely been overlooking.
Ever seen a frog the size of a housecat? I once spent a night in the Australian bush listing giants with a fellow biologist, and this is that list—refined by years of fieldwork. From the stone-moving Goliath to the "angry" Budgett's frog, here are the world's 15 biggest amphibians (and why they aren't actually toads).
Are baboons monkeys or apes? Discover 12 essential facts about baboon species, social hierarchies, and their 94% human DNA.
From prehensile tails in the Amazon to hot-spring-loving macaques in Japan, identifying monkeys is an art. Here are 15 species I’ve encountered in the field that every wildlife lover should know.
Ever wondered what blue butterfly you just saw? From the shimmering Blue Morpho of Mexico to the electric Ulysses of Queensland, discover 15+ iconic species, their hidden blue coloring secrets, and how to protect their fragile habitats.
We tend to call everything “a bird,” but they’re not all built the same. This quick guide explores the main bird groups, from eagles and owls to parrots, songbirds, and seabirds, and how to tell them apart.
With its regal crest and exotic zebra-striped wings, the hoopoe looks straight out of a fairytale, but its nesting habits are pure horror movie. Meet the bird that weaponizes rot.
Think fruit bats are just creepy, blood-sucking creatures from horror movies? Think again. These giant, dog-faced megabats are actually some of the most important animals on the planet — and most people have no idea. Let's fix that.
They look like cows… until they don’t. African buffalo are tough, unpredictable, and fearless enough to stand their ground against lions. And yes, there’s a reason people call them “Black Death.”
Giraffes look like something evolution was just messing around with… and somehow it worked. But behind that towering height is some genuinely wild biology — and a quiet conservation crisis most people don’t realize is happening.
Most vultures clean up leftovers. The lammergeier does something else entirely, it eats the bones. Once you notice it, it’s hard to forget.
Scavengers rarely get the spotlight, but they’re some of the most important animals on Earth. From vultures and hyenas to beetles and crabs, these species quietly recycle nutrients and keep ecosystems healthy.
There are several species of hyena found across Africa, including spotted, striped, and brown hyenas. Learn about their behavior, biology, and ecological role.
