For the identification of insects and other fauna and flora of South Africa.

Saturday, October 1, 2011

Pretoria Zoo - 1

Blyth's Hornbill is found in Indonesia and its bill can be up to 10 inches in length.
 The gardens at the zoo are very pretty, even in winter.
 This made me smile. :) The hippo had such a self-satisfied look on his face, I wondered what he was dreaming about?
 The Secretary Bird (Sagittarius serpentarius) is endemic to Africa and stands about three feet in height. Prey consists of insects, small mammals, lizards, snakes and young birds and bird eggs. Sometimes it will eat dead animals killed in grass or bush fires.
 King Vutures come from South and Central America and have been know to live for up to 30 years in captivity.

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