Wildlife Icons, The Big 5

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South Africa's Kruger National Park is one of the continent's largest game reserves, and the abundance of wildlife is perfect for its big cats.

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Savannah life isn't easy, even for the mighty 'Big Five' - the lion, African elephant, leopard, buffalo and rhino. See how their adaptations help them in daily life.

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There are more species of beetle worldwide than any other animal, and few play a role as important in the ecosystem as the humble dung beetle.

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Meerkats may be small and vulnerable, but what they lack in size, they make up for in tenacity. Together, they're a true force to be reckoned with.

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Stories of life and death have been a fixture of the African savannah for millions of years, from the plants at the bottom of the food chain to apex predators.

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From dry deserts to the moist savannahs, springbok and impala have established themselves as key species on the African continent.

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The baboons of Ethiopia's Awash National Park are a close-knit group, whose aggression and competitive instincts play a vital role in their survival.

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On the savannah, the lives of some rely on the deaths of others. In this predator-driven cycle, Africa's two most powerful carnivores are king.