Kilimanjaro National Park - Fauna Of Grasslands and Rainforest
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The fauna within the Kilimanjaro National Park is nothing short of incredible. A journey up Kilimanjaro can be compared to travelling through a universe of microcosms, each unique and complete unto itself- and yet somehow still belonging to an incredible greater whole.
The wildlife native to the slopes of Kilimanjaro is as varied as the landscape itself. The grassy Lower Slopes span from 800 to 1800 meters, and are especially renowned for their extensive bird life. Native to this part of the mountain are colourful nectar feeding birds such as mousebirds and sunbirds, as well as other species including bulbuls and shrikes.
Occurring from 1800 to 2800 meters directly above the lower slopes is the tropical Rain Forest. Humid and misty, this green wonderland is filled with a wealth of natural wonders. From rare butterflies to the extraordinary crimson turaco bird, squawking hornbills to leaping monkeys- the forest is literally brimming with life. Hidden behind the dense vegetation are also a number of wild animals, including leopard, buffalo, antelope and the wise old creature of Africa, the African elephant.
The heath and moorland covers some 1200 meters of Kilimanjaro, and ranges from 2800 to 4000 metres. Sightings of smaller mammals such as duikers, elands and klipspringers have been reported here. There are even claims of the odd lion having being spotted wandering across the Plateau. More common to this area however are the smaller rodents such as grass mice, and birds such as ravens, vultures and the pale brown alpine chat.
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The Kilimanjaro Experience
