What types of wildlife can be found on the Chobe Game Reserve?

Chobe is home to a variety of wildlife, from predator species including lion, leopard and wild dog, to large populations of elephant, buffalo, hippo and a host of other animal species.

1. How many animals are in Chobe National Park?
2. Are there lions in Chobe National Park?
3. What is Chobe National Park known for?
4. How many lions are there in Chobe National Park?
5. Does Botswana have big 5?
6. Can you see the Big 5 in Botswana?
7. Are there giraffes in Chobe?
8. Are there rhinos in Botswana?
9. How many elephants are there in Chobe National Park?
10. Is Chobe National Park fenced?
11. What does Chobe mean?
12. Why is Chobe National Park a top tourist attraction?
13. Who owns Chobe National Park?
14. How many countries share their land space with the Chobe National Park?
15. What is the capital of Botswana?

How many animals are in Chobe National Park?

Animals in Chobe. There are hundreds of species of animals living in Chobe National Park - over 500 species of bird call the park home!

Are there lions in Chobe National Park?

The big predators dominating Chobe National Park are cheetah, wild dog, lion, leopard and hyena. Large herds of elephant and buffalo also roam the area, seeking water and refreshment. ... As fans probably already noticed, the Big Five (lion, cheetah, elephant, buffalo, and the rare rhino) can all be seen roaming Chobe.

What is Chobe National Park known for?

Chobe National Park is a true wildlife paradise and one of the best national parks in Southern Africa. ... The Chobe River flows through the park and draws many animals and birds during the dry season. Boat cruises and game drives along the river are very popular.

How many lions are there in Chobe National Park?

In 2017, there were approximately 20 lions on the riverfront: ten cubs, two old males (at least ten years old), a subadult female, and six adult lionesses. In early 2018, the pride swam across the Chobe River to the Namibian side.

Does Botswana have big 5?

The infamous Big Five – the lion, the leopard, the elephant, the rhino and the buffalo – are all incredibly special creatures to see in their natural habitat and for that reason, are often sought after by tourists who spend huge amounts of money to go on African safari trips.

Can you see the Big 5 in Botswana?

Big Five in the Okavango Delta

As wildlife enthusiasts probably already noticed, the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and the rare rhino) can all be crossed off the bucket list in the Okavango Delta.

Are there giraffes in Chobe?

Wildlife in Chobe around the clock

All year round, Chobe's big game includes zebra, impala, baboon, blue wildebeest, kudu, giraffe, warthog and vervet monkey. ... Some Chobe safari lodges offer night drives on their own property; a very exciting and special trip.

Are there rhinos in Botswana?

The Okavango Delta is one of the few places in Botswana where you can see the Big Five since Rhino have been reintroduced into the region. The Botswana Rhino Reintroduction Project has reintroduced both White and Black Rhino into the Okavango Delta.

How many elephants are there in Chobe National Park?

The most remarkable feature of the Chobe National Park is its huge concentration of Elephants. This Park supports the largest surviving Elephant populations in the world, currently estimated to exceed 120,000.

Is Chobe National Park fenced?

The Chobe National Park is the third largest conservation area in Botswana, covering an enormous area of approximately 10,960km². The park has been divided into wildlife management areas without fencing, a concept that allows for conservation and the free roam of wildlife within these areas.

What does Chobe mean?

Acronym. Definition. CHOBE. Charterer's Option Both Ends (shipping)

Why is Chobe National Park a top tourist attraction?

Chobe National Park is surely the best place in Africa to see elephants, particularly in the water. ... Not only is it famous for its herds of elephant, but also buffalo as well as the associated predators such as large pride of lion that have learnt to hunt them.

Who owns Chobe National Park?

Chobe National Park, national preserve, northern Botswana. The preserve, which acquired national park status in 1968, borders Namibia and touches Zimbabwe and Zambia, covering 4,500 square miles (11,700 square km).

How many countries share their land space with the Chobe National Park?

Chobe National Park is in the north near the section where four countries meet - Botswana, Namibia, Zimbabwe and Zambia. This is the same place where the Chobe River meets the Zambezi River. The national park is a unique area with four different ecosystems that attracts a unique variety of wildlife.

What is the capital of Botswana?

Gaborone, formerly (until 1969) Gaberones, town, capital of Botswana. The seat of government was transferred there from Mafeking (now spelled Mafikeng), South Africa, in 1965, one year before Botswana became independent of Britain.