The giant ground pangolin can be found across the African continent from Uganda to west Africa. They are the largest species of pangolins, stretching more than four feet long and are covered with protective scales which deter predators. When faced with danger, they curl up into a ball exposing their hard protective surface. Giant ground […]
The Forest elephant is native to the dense humid forests in west and central Africa. They are smaller than Savanna elephants, standing at just 2.4m tall. They are sociable animals, living in herds of up to 20 elephants and forage on grasses, tree bark and fruit. They play a crucial role in the ecosystem by […]
Also referred to as the painted dog, the African wild dog is a wild canine species endemic to Sub-Saharan Africa. Famous for their large bat-like ears and colourful, patchy coat, which is said to be unique like human fingerprints, making individuals easy to identify. They are the most successful predator, running as fast as 41mph […]
Found in Sub-Saharan Africa, the White Backed Vulture is the most common vulture on the African continent. These vultures are very sociable birds, gathering in large groups to feast on the remains of dead animals. They can fly as high as 10,000 feet, allowing them to easily find food sources. They are threatened by illegal […]
Pileated Gibbons are primates of the gibbon family, living in the tropical forests of Thailand, Laos and Cambodia. They are sexually dimorphic animals as the males have pure black fur, while the females have grey fur with black heads and stomachs. The Pileated Gibbons navigate the forest by swinging on tree branches and can reach […]
An endangered species of doucs (primates) found in the mountainous regions between Cambodia and Vietnam called the Annamite Range. These doucs have a unique bluish face with yellow rings around their eyes, as well as a tail as long as their entire body. They are threatened by illegal poaching for traditional medicine and habitat loss […]
Also known as the Indian Bison, Gaur are a species of wild cattle endemic to South and Southeast Asia. They are the largest known wild cattle in the world, standing at 1.8 meters tall. They live in small herds in mountain forests and mainly feed on grass and shrubs. Gaurs are threatened by habitat loss […]
The extremely rare and elusive Giant Ibis is Cambodia’s national bird, currently on the verge of extinction across many parts of Asia. Typically resides in lowland paddy fields, marshes and along river bands while commonly nesting in Dipterocarpus trees.
The smallest bear in the world, the intelligent, timid sunbears can be found living solidarily at heights within evergreen and deciduous trees across southeast Asia. Predominately at risk from deforestation and wildlife trade, particularly when they wander from protected areas to plantations and human settlements.
Endemic to Cambodia, Laos and Vietnam, yellow-cheeked gibbons are found high in the canopy of lowland and evergreen forest trees. Their coats change throughout their lifetime – their pale infant coats eventually turning into deep gold for females and black for males as they mature. These charismatic gibbons are at risk from poaching for the […]
