All 40 Species of Wild Cats and Where to See Them in the Wild
From the tiny Rusty-spotted cat of Sri Lanka to the massive Siberian tiger of the Russian Far East, there are 41 species of wild cats in the world, and each of them is … Read more
Wildlife Guides
This is a collection of general wildlife guides to help you mastermind wildlife-watching holidays. Use these guides for information on where to find different types of animals in the wild. If you are looking for information about specific trips, check my Destinations category.
The 7 types of Elephants and Where to See Them in the Wild
As the largest terrestrial animals on earth, elephants are some of the most iconic and well-known creatures in the world. But did you know that there are seven different types … Read more
30 Costa Rica Animals and Where to See Them on Your Travels
Costa Rica represents only 0.03% of the Earth’s surface, yet it contains more than 5% of the planet’s biodiversity. And chances are, if you are planning a trip to this … Read more
35 Amazing Australian Animals and Where to See Them
From egg-laying mammals to thorn-studded lizards and desert-dwelling frogs, Australian animals are as bizarre as creatures get on this planet. Sure, we have a fair share of iconic and instantly … Read more
15 Types of Wolves Explained: Species, Subspecies, and Where to Find Them
I am a self-confessed wild cat tragic. I have been travelling the world in search of wild cats in their natural habitat for a decade now. And while looking for … Read more
13 Different Types of Bears and Where to See Them in the Wild
Wondering what different types of bears are found around the world? This guide introduces the bear family and shares tips on where to see different types of bears in the … Read more
Australian Parrots: Guide to all 57 species of Parrots in Australia
Australian parrots are so abundant and so diverse that nature documentaries often refer to Australia as the Land of Parrots. In fact, the southern continent even appeared under this name … Read more
All 23 Types of Foxes and Where to See Them in the Wild
In my travels in search of wild cats, I have been lucky to encounter many different types of foxes in the wild. Practically every country I travelled to had a few … Read more
Llama vs Alpaca vs Vicuña vs Guanaco: How to Tell Them Apart
If you are travelling to South America, chances are you will see either a llama, an alpaca, a vicuña, or a guanaco. These fluffy, doe-eyed creatures are everywhere: grazing across … Read more
Uluru animals – Weird and wonderful creatures you can spot at Uluru
Central Australia is a vast, arid region in the centre of the continent, in Australia’s Northern Territory. Often referred to as the Red Center, it is an ancient world of … Read more
35 Amazing Brazilian Animals and Best Places to See Wildlife in Brazil
Occupying half of South America’s landmass, Brazil is the most biodiverse country in the world. It contains the world’s largest rainforest, the Amazon and the world’s largest tropical wetland, the … Read more
Collective Nouns for Animals – Words You Need to Know for Your Next Safari
A crash of rhinos, anyone? Or a prickle of porcupines? How about a parliament of owls? If you have no idea what I am talking about, you are not alone. … Read more
11 Stunning South American Wild Cats and Where to See Them
When most of us think about South American wild cats, we picture the jaguar – the large spotted predator of the Amazon jungle. But did you know that South America … Read more
All 17 Types of Macaws and Where to See Them in the Wild
If you have spent any time in South or Central America, you have probably seen at least one species of macaw. Scarlet macaws flying over Costa Rica’s sandy beaches, Hyacinth … Read more
20 Best African Safari Destinations: from Luxury to Off-the-Beaten-Track
There aren’t many travel experiences more rewarding than having a close encounter with wild animals on a safari. Africa is the undisputed birthplace of the wildlife safari. It comes as no … Read more