Seven Natural Wonders » Seven Natural Wonders of Africa http://sevennaturalwonders.org Just another WordPress weblog Thu, 29 Dec 2011 13:24:51 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 Okavango Delta http://sevennaturalwonders.org/africa/okavango-delta http://sevennaturalwonders.org/africa/okavango-delta#comments Sat, 04 Jun 2011 15:16:27 +0000 bradmin http://sevennaturalwonders.org/?p=1528

Quick Facts:

  • Largest inland delta in the world
  • Created from seasonal flooding which peaks in July and August
  • Flat with less than 7 feet of variation
  • Recognized as a World Heritage site
The Okavango Delta is the world’s largest inland delta. The delta is created from the rains the fill the Okavango River which is delivered to the basin of the Kalahari Desert. This is caused from the rainy season that occurs between January and February. The waters begin filling the delta in March and rising to the peak months of July and August.

The majority of water is lost to evaporation and transpiration. Plants and transpiration account for 60% of the water lost followed by evaporation with 36%. The delta is extremely flat with less that 7 feet (2 meters) of elevation change. Every year the delta features 11 cubic kilometers, or 11,000,000,000,000 liters, of water flow.

The Okavango Delta is an amazing home to a variety of wildlife. Some of the wildlife are seasonal following the rains while others call the area home year round. For visitors, safari goers and nature lovers it is a wildlife haven. Some of the wildlife that may be experienced include: elephant, buffalo, hippos, rhinos, crocodiles, lions, leopards, and cheetahs. Yes, The Big 5 can all be experienced in the Okavango Delta.

The Okavango Delta is also a sanctuary for over 400 species of birds making this a great destination for bird watchers as well. Some of the birds that may be encountered include the ostrich, African Fish Eagle, Crested Crane, Lilac-Breasted Roller, among many other amazing birds.

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Endangered Species of Africa

There are 100s of critically endangered species on every continent around the world. The wildlife, fauna and flora are much of what makes the various wonders of nature special. The endangered species of Africa are one of Seven Natural Wonder’s greatest concerns. Take a moment and glance at some of the critically endangered wildlife.

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Quick Facts:

  • Monolith located in Niger
  • Also known as the “Gateway to Abuja”
  • Pictured on the Niger 100 bill
Zuma Rock is a monolith found in Niger. It is easily observed by driving the road out of Abuja which is the capital of Nigeria. The nickname, Gateway to Abuja, is derived from this road. The Zuma Rock features a naturally occurring face on the side of the monolith.

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Endangered Species of Africa

There are 100s of critically endangered species on every continent around the world. The wildlife, fauna and flora are much of what makes the various wonders of nature special. The endangered species of Africa are one of Seven Natural Wonder’s greatest concerns. Take a moment and glance at some of the critically endangered wildlife.

]]> http://sevennaturalwonders.org/africa/zuma-rock/feed 0 Peak of the Furnace http://sevennaturalwonders.org/africa/peak-of-the-furnace http://sevennaturalwonders.org/africa/peak-of-the-furnace#comments Wed, 31 Dec 2008 15:41:24 +0000 admin http://sevennaturalwonders.org/?p=104

Quick Facts:

  • One of the most active volcanoes in the world
  • 5 mile (8 km) wide caldera atop the volcano
  • Features 400 meter lava shield inside the caldera.
The Peak of the Furnace (Piton de la Fournaise) is one of the most active volcanoes in the world. The Enclos Fourque caldera is 5 miles (8 km) wide and accounts for the top part of the volcano. Dolomieu is a 400 meter lava shield found inside the caldera. In addition to the lava shield, the caldera features craters, spatter cones and beaches.

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Endangered Species of Africa

There are 100s of critically endangered species on every continent around the world. The wildlife, fauna and flora are much of what makes the various wonders of nature special. The endangered species of Africa are one of Seven Natural Wonder’s greatest concerns. Take a moment and glance at some of the critically endangered wildlife.

]]> http://sevennaturalwonders.org/africa/peak-of-the-furnace/feed 0 Mount Kenya http://sevennaturalwonders.org/africa/mount-kenya http://sevennaturalwonders.org/africa/mount-kenya#comments Wed, 31 Dec 2008 15:41:05 +0000 admin http://sevennaturalwonders.org/?p=102

Quick Facts:

  • Second highest mountain in Africa behind Kilimanjaro
  • Stands 17,058 feet high (5,199 meters)
  • Protected by Mount Kenya National Park
Mount Kenya is the tallest mountain in Kenya and is only second to Mount Kilimanjaro. The mountain features three peaks over 16,000 feet: 1) Batian as the tallest at 17,058 feet (5,199 m), 2) Nelion at 17,022 feet (5,188 m) and 3) Lenana at 16,355 feet (4,985 m).

Mount Kenya is located in the Mount Kenya National Park close to the equator. The UNESCO has declared Mount Kenya as a world heritage site. The park and area receives approximately 15,000 visitors each year.

Theder immense pressure. To the west side of the mountain is the peak Shira (3,962m), of which only the southern and western rims remain.

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Endangered Species of Africa

There are 100s of critically endangered species on every continent around the world. The wildlife, fauna and flora are much of what makes the various wonders of nature special. The endangered species of Africa are one of Seven Natural Wonder’s greatest concerns. Take a moment and glance at some of the critically endangered wildlife.

]]> http://sevennaturalwonders.org/africa/mount-kenya/feed 0 Aldabra Atoll http://sevennaturalwonders.org/africa/aldabra-atoll http://sevennaturalwonders.org/africa/aldabra-atoll#comments Tue, 30 Dec 2008 16:19:56 +0000 admin http://sevennaturalwonders.org/?p=69

Quick Facts:

  • Largest African atoll and second largest in the world
  • Largest population of giant tortoises
  • Home to the Aldabra rail which is the last surviving flightless bird of the area
The Aldabra Atoll is the second largest atoll in the world behind the Kiritimati atoll. It stretches 21.1 miles (34 km) long and 9 miles (14.5 km) wide. The Aldabra atoll is 26.2 feet (8 m) above sea level and has a land area of 96.5 miles (155.4 km). The lagoon stretches 139.1 miles (224 km) across; much of the lagoon will be exposed during low tide.

The Aldabra Atoll includes a ring of four larger islands: Grand Terre, Malabar, Polymnie, and Picard, and a few smaller islands. The islands have no inhabitants apart from a small staff of rangers. The atoll accounts for the largest population of giant tortoises. Additional wildlife includes: hammerhead sharks, barracuda, green turtles, hawksbill turtles, mantarays, and various birds.

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]]> http://sevennaturalwonders.org/africa/aldabra-atoll/feed 1 Tsingy de Bemaraha http://sevennaturalwonders.org/africa/tsingy-de-bemaraha http://sevennaturalwonders.org/africa/tsingy-de-bemaraha#comments Thu, 11 Dec 2008 14:59:10 +0000 admin http://localhost/culturezoo/7wonders/?p=18

Quick Facts:

  • Located on the western coast of Madagascar
  • Declared a UNESCO world heritage site
Tsingy de Bemaraha is a unique geographical area with intriguing landforms. It is also known for its mangrove forests and lemur populations.

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Endangered Species of Africa

There are 100s of critically endangered species on every continent around the world. The wildlife, fauna and flora are much of what makes the various wonders of nature special. The endangered species of Africa are one of Seven Natural Wonder’s greatest concerns. Take a moment and glance at some of the critically endangered wildlife.

Endangered Species of Africa

There are 100s of critically endangered species on every continent around the world. The wildlife, fauna and flora are much of what makes the various wonders of nature special. The endangered species of Africa are one of Seven Natural Wonder’s greatest concerns. Take a moment and glance at some of the critically endangered wildlife.

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Quick Facts:

  • Home to over 1,100 species of fish
  • Approximately 1 in 10 are exclusive to the area
  • The reef extends over 1,200 miles
The Red Sea Reef stretches over 1,240 miles along the coast of Egypt, Sudan, and Eritrea. There are more than 1,100 species of fish that call this Red Sea Reef home and nearly 10% of these are exclusive to this region. The reef features include abundant aquatic life, platforms, lagoons, and cylinders.

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Endangered Species of Africa

There are 100s of critically endangered species on every continent around the world. The wildlife, fauna and flora are much of what makes the various wonders of nature special. The endangered species of Africa are one of Seven Natural Wonder’s greatest concerns. Take a moment and glance at some of the critically endangered wildlife.

]]> http://sevennaturalwonders.org/africa/red-sea-reef/feed 0 Serengeti Migration http://sevennaturalwonders.org/africa/serengeti-migration http://sevennaturalwonders.org/africa/serengeti-migration#comments Thu, 11 Dec 2008 14:57:08 +0000 admin http://localhost/culturezoo/7wonders/?p=14

Quick Facts:

  • Migration crosses Tanzania and Kenya
  • Spans 18,641.1 square miles (30,000 sq km)
  • Longest and largest over land migration in the world
  • The name Serengeti means “endless plains”
The Serengeti migration is the longest and largest over land migration in the world. The Serengeti plains account for over 18,641 square miles and the migration itself travels 500 miles on the path from Tanzania to the Masai Mara Reserve in Kenya. Approximately 80% of the Seregeti plains are protected by the Tanzanian and Kenyan governments.

The Serengeti is home to over 70 larger mammals and approximately 500 different types of birds. Probably the most impressive part of the migration is the herds of wildebeests that blanket the plains. The migration will kill off around 250,000 wildebeests each year.

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More will follow on the Serengeti Migration as it is declared an official or notable wonder of Africa.

Endangered Species of Africa

There are 100s of critically endangered species on every continent around the world. The wildlife, fauna and flora are much of what makes the various wonders of nature special. The endangered species of Africa are one of Seven Natural Wonder’s greatest concerns. Take a moment and glance at some of the critically endangered wildlife.

]]> http://sevennaturalwonders.org/africa/serengeti-migration/feed 1 Ngorongoro Crater http://sevennaturalwonders.org/africa/ngorongoro-crater http://sevennaturalwonders.org/africa/ngorongoro-crater#comments Thu, 11 Dec 2008 14:55:17 +0000 admin http://localhost/culturezoo/7wonders/?p=12

Quick Facts:

  • Largest unbroken caldera in the world
  • Also referred to as “Africa’s Garden of Eden”
  • Crater is 12 miles (19 km) across and covers 102 square miles (264 sq km)
  • Rises over 2,000 feet above the caldera floor
  • Home to over 30,000 animals including the rare black rhino
Ngorongoro Crater is the world’s largest unbroken caldera. Often referred to as “Africa’s Garden of Eden,” the crater is home to over 30,000 animals including elephants, lions, cheetahs, wildebeests, buffaloes, and the rare black rhinos. View Wildlife of Ngorongoro Crater to learn more about the wildlife and View Birds of Ngorongoro Crater to discover some of the many species that are found in the area.

Ngorongoro Crater was created from a volcano that exploded creating the caldera wilderness haven. The crater is 12 miles (19 km) across and consumes 102 square miles (264 sq km) of wilderness. The rim of the crater rises just over 2,000 feet (610 m) above the caldera floor reaching an elevation of 7,500 feet (2,286 m).

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Ngorongoro Crater Places to Stay

The Ngorongoro Farm House is a colonial style farm house and actual working coffee plantation. The cottages are nestled in the grounds and gardens of the plantation.

Endangered Species of Africa

There are 100s of critically endangered species on every continent around the world. The wildlife, fauna and flora are much of what makes the various wonders of nature special. The endangered species of Africa are one of Seven Natural Wonder’s greatest concerns. Take a moment and glance at some of the critically endangered wildlife.

]]> http://sevennaturalwonders.org/africa/ngorongoro-crater/feed 0 Mount Kilimanjaro http://sevennaturalwonders.org/africa/mount-kilimanjaro http://sevennaturalwonders.org/africa/mount-kilimanjaro#comments Thu, 11 Dec 2008 14:54:22 +0000 admin http://localhost/culturezoo/7wonders/?p=10

Quick Facts:

  • The tallest mountain in Africa reaching 19,340 feet (5,895 m)
  • Tallest free standing mountain in the world
  • Seven different peaks with Uhuru Peak being the highest
  • Kibo peak features a 1.5 mile wide crater
Mount Kilimanjaro is one of the largest stratovolcanoes in the world reaching 19,340 feet (5,895 m) into the air. As the tallest mountain in Africa, Mount Kilimanjaro is also the tallest free standing mountain in the world. Kilimanjaro is a composite volcano that includes layers of lava, tephra, and volcanic ash. The volcano is currently inactive with no known history of eruptions.

Mount Kilimanjaro has seven distinctive peaks with Uhuru Peak accounting for the mountains highest elevation at 19,341 feet (5,895 m). A 1.5 mile wide crater is featured as part of the Kibo portion of the mountain.

The high elevation and proximity to the equator allows visitors to experience every climate type. Kilimanjaro also features a year round snow-topped peak. Although the volcano is isolated, it is part of the line of volcanoes that reach across northern Tanzania.

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More will follow on Mount Kilimanjaro as it is declared an official or notable wonder of Africa.

Best way to experience Mount Kilimanjaro

More will follow on Mount Kilimanjaro as it is declared an official or notable wonder of Africa.

Endangered Species of Africa

There are 100s of critically endangered species on every continent around the world. The wildlife, fauna and flora are much of what makes the various wonders of nature special. The endangered species of Africa are one of Seven Natural Wonder’s greatest concerns. Take a moment and glance at some of the critically endangered wildlife.

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