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The African sacred ibis is a species of wading bird native to Africa. These birds were likened to the Egyptian god Thoth. Ironically, they have been extirpated from Egypt. There are also populations found in parts of the middle east. The sacred ibis may face the threats of hunting, trapping, […]

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The Egyptian vulture, aka white scavenger vulture or pharaoh’s chicken, is an Old World vulture (those found in Africa and Asia). They can be found in southern Europe into northern Africa, and eastward to western and southern Asia. These vultures face many threats such as habitat loss and destruction at […]

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The Egyptian mongoose, aka large grey mongoose or Ichneumon, is a wiley predator who can be both playful as well as vicious. They can be found throughout much of sub-Saharan Africa. These mongooses prefer forests, savanna, or scrub with a reliable water supply; such as near rivers, streams, swamps, and […]

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