Animals in Botswana

• Zebra

  Zebras are iconic African equids instantly recognizable by their distinctive black-and-white striped... see more

  
• Lion

  The Lion (Panthera leo) is a large carnivorous feline native to Africa and a small, critically endan... see more

  
• African Elephant

  The African Elephant (Loxodonta africana) is the largest land animal on Earth, native to various hab... see more

  
• Giraffe

  Giraffes (Giraffa camelopardalis) are the world's tallest mammals, instantly recognizable by their e... see more

  
• Leopard

  The Leopard (Panthera pardus) is a large, elusive carnivorous feline native to a wide range of habit... see more

  
• Cheetah

  The Cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus) is a large feline native to Africa and a small, critically endangered... see more

  
• Hyena

  Hyenas are carnivorous mammals native to Africa and Asia, known for their powerful jaws and opportun... see more

  
• Wild Dog

  The African Wild Dog (Lycaon pictus), also known as the Painted Dog or Painted Wolf, is a highly end... see more

  
• Oryx

  Oryx are a genus of large antelopes native to the arid regions of Africa and the Arabian Peninsula. ... see more

  
• Springbok

  The Springbok (Antidorcas marsupialis) is a medium-sized antelope native to the dry inland areas of ... see more

  
• Wildebeest

  Wildebeest, also known as gnus, are large antelopes native to the plains and open woodlands of south... see more

  
• Rhino

  Rhinoceroses are large, herbivorous mammals distinguished by their massive bodies and one or two hor... see more

  
• Buffalo

  African Buffalo (Syncerus caffer), also known as Cape Buffalo, are large bovine mammals native to th... see more

  
• Hippopotamus

  The Hippopotamus (Hippopotamus amphibius), or 'hippo', is a large, semi-aquatic mammal native to riv... see more

  
• Crocodile

  Crocodiles are large, semi-aquatic reptiles, characterized by their powerful jaws, strong tails, and... see more

  
• Impala

  The Impala (Aepyceros melampus) is a medium-sized, highly agile antelope common in the savannas and ... see more

  
• Antelope

  Antelopes are a diverse group of ruminant mammals belonging to the family Bovidae, found in various ... see more

  
• Monkey

  Monkeys are a diverse group of primates, found in various forms across Africa, Asia, and Central and... see more

  
• Baboon

  Baboons are large, ground-dwelling Old World monkeys native to various habitats across Africa. They ... see more

  
• Warthog

  The Warthog (Phacochoerus africanus) is a wild pig species native to the grasslands, savannas, and w... see more

  
• Jackal

  Jackals are medium-sized canids native to Africa, Asia, and southeastern Europe, known for their opp... see more

  
• Ostrich

  The Ostrich (Struthio camelus) is the world's largest and heaviest living bird, native to the savann... see more

  
• Eagle

  Eagles are large, powerful birds of prey known for their impressive size, powerful talons, and keen ... see more

  
• Vulture

  Vultures are large, carnivorous or scavenging birds of prey that primarily feed on carrion (dead ani... see more