Big Five

Big Five

The African elephant, absolute king of land animals, and it’s not a rare sight at Madikwe Game Reserve. The count is way over 900. These beasts are not just huge, they’re super smart, and they roll in family groups, which we call herds. A typical gang is...
Little Five

Little Five

Mind your step on sandy trails, for lurking beneath the surface are the cunning antlions, master builders of telltale traps designed to ensnare unwitting passersby. Meet the elephant shrew, a petite speedster sporting an elongated, trunk-like snout that gives it a...
Ugly Five

Ugly Five

The warthog may have a ferocious appearance, but it actually has a calm temperament and enjoys rolling around in mud and dust. While they are mostly hairless, they do have tufts of hair on their jaw and a thicker mane on their back, which gives them a distinctive...