Malawi

Leech

Has 10 pairs of eyes!

Shrew

The spinal column of the shrew Scutisorex somereni is so strong and reinforced that it can support the weight of an adult human.

Spitting Cobra

Spitting cobras are types of cobras that can spit venom at predators and prey.

Puff Adder

This large snake is so-named because it will puff up its body to appear bigger than it is when directly threatened by a predator or person.

Stiletto Snake

Because of their unique venom delivery system, stiletto snakes are almost impossible to hold safely in the usual way (with fingers behind the head) without being bitten.

Bush Viper

Bush vipers are predators, sinking their fangs into prey while dangling from a tree limb

Olive Baboon

Olive baboons will sometimes form strong friendships with each other

Nyala

They have a high-pitched alarm call that sounds like a barking dog.

Eland

Both females and males have horns.

Snouted Cobra

The snouted cobra, also known as the banded snouted cobra, is one of the most venomous snakes in all of Africa.

Sable Ferret

Ferrets were used during the Revolutionary War to keep down the rat population.

Green Mamba

Green mambas are fast, and can travel up to 7 miles per hour.

Agama Lizard

The agama forms small social groups that contain both dominant and subordinate males.

Dog Tick

Dog ticks feed on dogs and other mammals

Owl

The owl can rotate its head some 270 degrees