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South Africa

General Information

Sudáfrica is located at the southern tip of Africa, bordering the Atlantic Ocean to the west and the Indian Ocean to the east. Its territory encompasses a wide range of ecoregions and environments, from deserts to forests and mountains. The southernmost region of the country is known as the Cape of Needles, where the southernmost point of Africa is located. The geography of South Africa is very diverse, with mountains like the Drakensberg, which form the border with Lesotho, and coastal plains such as the one found in the Western Cape province.

The coast of South Africa is extensive and varied, with cliffs, beaches, and bays. The city of Cape Town is a major urban center and a starting point for exploring the region. The coastal road that runs along the southern coast of the country, known as the Garden Route, offers stunning views of the ocean and the mountain. The Karoo region, in the interior of the country, is a semi-arid area with unique vegetation and a rich geological heritage. The national parks and nature reserves of South Africa, such as Kruger National Park, offer opportunities to observe nature and wildlife in their natural habitat.

To access South Africa, visitors can arrive through the international airports of Cape Town, Johannesburg, or Durban. From there, domestic flights or buses can be taken to reach the different regions of the country. The road network in South Africa is extensive and well-maintained, making it easy to travel by car. However, it is essential to note that driving in South Africa is on the left-hand side. The permits and authorizations required to visit national parks and nature reserves vary depending on the region and the type of activity to be undertaken.

The climate in South Africa varies depending on the region, with hot and humid summers in the north and cooler and drier summers in the south. The best time to visit the country depends on the activities to be undertaken and the region to be visited. The tourist infrastructure in South Africa is well-developed, with a wide range of accommodation and service options available. However, it is crucial to plan ahead and book in advance, especially during peak season.

The geography and climate of South Africa have given rise to a wide range of environments and ecosystems, from mountain forests to deserts and coastlines. The vegetation in the country is very diverse, with species adapted to the different climatic and geological conditions. The rivers and lakes of South Africa offer opportunities for water sports and observing wildlife in their natural habitat. The combination of natural beauty and well-developed tourist infrastructure makes South Africa an attractive destination for nature lovers and adventure seekers.

In terms of logistics, it is essential to note that South Africa is a large country, and travel can be long. It is recommended to plan ahead and book in advance for transportation and accommodation services. Safety is a significant concern in South Africa, and it is advisable to take precautions to protect oneself and one´s belongings. The culture and history of South Africa are rich and varied, and there are many places and monuments to visit to learn more about the country and its people.

In summary, South Africa is a country with a wide range of ecoregions and environments, from deserts to forests and mountains. The geography and climate of the country have given rise to a wide diversity of environments and ecosystems, and the tourist infrastructure is well-developed. With planning and caution, South Africa can be an exciting and rewarding destination for nature lovers and adventure seekers.



Compilation and publication: EcoRegistros – 21/07/2026











  Order Family English Common Name Spanish Common Name Portuguese Common Name Scientific Name Belonging Conservation status Notes
1ProboscideaElephantidaeAfrican Savanna ElephantElefante AfricanoLoxodonta africanaNative
 EN 
2HyracoideaProcaviidaeRock HyraxDamán RoqueroProcavia capensisNative
 LC 
3PrimatesCercopithecidaeVervet MonkeyCercopiteco VerdeChlorocebus pygerythrusNative
 LC 
4Chacma BaboonPapión ChacmaPapio ursinusNative
 LC 
5GalagidaeSouthern Lesser GalagoGalago moholiNot listed
 LC 
6LagomorphaLeporidaeScrub HareLiebre De MatorralLepus saxatilisNative
 LC 
7RodentiaSciuridaeSmith´s Bush SquirrelArdilla Africana de MatorralParaxerus cepapiNative
 LC 
8CarnivoraMustelidaeHoney BadgerTejon De La MielMellivora capensisNative
 LC 
9OtariidaeAfro-Australian Fur SealLobo Marino de El CaboArctocephalus pusillusNative
 LC 
10CanidaeBlack-backed JackalChacal de Lomo NegroLupulella mesomelasNot listed
 LC 
11FelidaeCheetahGuepardoAcinonyx jubatusNative
 VU 
12African WildcatFelis lybicaNative
 NA 
13LionLeónLeãoPanthera leoNative
 VU 
14LeopardLeopardoPanthera pardusNative
 VU 
15HerpestidaeMarsh MongooseAtilax paludinosusNative
 LC 
16Yellow MongooseMangosta AmarillaCynictis penicillataNative
 LC 
17Common Slender MongooseMangosta EsbeltaHerpestes sanguineusNative
 LC 
18White-tailed MongooseMangosta de Cola BlancaIchneumia albicaudaNot listed
 LC 
19Common Dwarf MongooseMangosta Enana ComúnHelogale parvulaNot listed
 LC 
20Banded MongooseMangosta RayadaMungos mungoNative
 LC 
21MeerkatSuricataSuricata suricattaNative
 LC 
22HyaenidaeSpotted HyenaHiena ManchadaCrocuta crocutaNative
 LC 
23ViverridaeCommon GenetGinetaGenetta genettaNot listed
 LC 
24PerissodactylaRhinocerotidaeWhite RhinocerosRinoceronte BlancoCeratotherium simumNative
 NT 
25EquidaePlains ZebraCebra de BurchellEquus quaggaNative
 NT 
26ArtiodactylaBovidaeImpalaImpalaAepyceros melampusNative
 LC 
27HartebeestAlcelafo CaamaAlcelaphus buselaphusNot listed
 LC 
28Black WildebeestÑu de Cola BlancaConnochaetes gnouNot listed
 LC 
29Blue WildebeestÑú AzulConnochaetes taurinusNative
 LC 
30BontebokBontebokDamaliscus pygargusNative
 LC 
31SteenbokRaficero ComúnRaphicerus campestrisNative
 LC 
32Bush DuikerSylvicapra grimmiaNot listed
 LC 
33Sable AntelopeAntílope SableHippotragus nigerNot listed
 LC 
34WaterbuckAntílope AcuáticoKobus ellipsiprymnusNot listed
 LC 
35Cape BuffaloBúfalo CafreSyncerus cafferNative
 NT 
36NyalaAntílope NyalaTragelaphus angasiiNot listed
 LC 
37Common ElandEland ComúnTragelaphus oryxNot listed
 LC 
38Northern BushbuckAntílope GeroglificoTragelaphus scriptusNot listed
 LC 
39Greater KuduGran KudúTragelaphus strepsicerosNative
 LC 
40GiraffidaeNorthern GiraffeJirafaGiraffa camelopardalisNative
 VU 
41SuidaeCommon WarthogFacóquero ComúnPhacochoerus africanusNative
 LC 
42HippopotamidaeCommon HippopotamusHipopótamo ComúnHippopotamus amphibiusNative
 VU 
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