A Namib desert beetle runs to stay cool: How scientists solved the puzzle of this unique and speedy species

The Namib desert of south-western Africa can be extremely hot—the surface temperature can be over 50°C. But a surprising ...
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First reported case of anthrax in wildlife in the Namib Desert: Infected zebra most likely causes death of three cheetahs

Anthrax is an infectious bacterial disease endemic in some parts of Africa. It affects people, livestock as well as wildlife. Using GPS telemetry data, a team of scientists from the Cheetah Research ...
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Collared cheetah in the Namib Desert (IMAGE)

Media Contact Steven Seet Leibniz Institute for Zoo and Wildlife Research (IZW) [email protected] Office: 49-177-857-2673 Expert Contacts Ruben Portas Leibniz-IZW Cheetah Research Project ...
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The extraordinary bloom of Namibia's desert rose: A rare floral miracle unfolds in the Namib Desert

A Rare Floral Miracle Unfolds in the Namib Desert - A comprehensive travel guide with practical tips and insights. The post ...
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11 bizarre desert mysteries that will leave you speechless

Deserts are often dismissed as empty wastelands of sand and sun, but these arid landscapes hide some of the most perplexing ...