South Africa
Africa’s answer to the horse, its iconic stripes make the zebra easy to identify. Black, white and adorable all over, zebras are half horse, half donkey and are easily one of my favorite animals to watch while on safari. But there’s much more to this mesmerizing creature than meets the eye. Here are just a handful of wild-ass facts about one of Africa’s most beloved beasts.
1. Zebras have mad self-protection methods! Vulnerable but powerful, zebras are prey to nearly every four-legged hunter. Lions, hyenas and even Nile crocodiles hunt these beautiful creatures. Because they must be on the defensive constantly, zebras have excellent methods of self-protection. Did you know that zebras sleep while standing up and only in groups?
Jambo, Sweet Friends!
My sense of humor and adventure are repacked. Time to head off to make more memories and collect safari stories!
Speaking of packing, what do you pack for a safari? After all, if you’re taking light aircraft from lodge to lodge in the bush like I am, there are super-strict weight limits to consider. All in, I’m allowed 44 pounds of luggage, including camera equipment. Only soft-sided bags will be accepted: No wheels, no frames and no rigid structures.
“How is this possible,” you might be asking yourself.
Join me this Thursday, November 9 on my Facebook page, The Sandy Papers, for a live chat on what I’m packing and why I’m packing it. We’ll cover clothing,