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Namibian antelope: the dik-dik, small is beautiful |
 Dik-diks are entrancing to travellers as they are very small and have a Bambi-like appearance. The fact that they mate for life, and that a dik-dik is said to die of stress if its partner is killed, enhances the appeal. Another interesting fact about the dik-dik is that it doesn't need to drink. It can get all the moisture it needs from leaves and shoots. Find out more about the dik-dik, here>>
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Last Updated ( Sunday, 31 August 2008 )
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Namibian antelope: gemsbok, Namibia's national buck |
 The Gemsbok, Oryx gazella, one of the national symbols that appears on Namibia’s coat of arms, is a fascinating creature that can survive on very small amounts of water in temperatures that would kill other animals. This is how it has survived in deep desert environments such as the Kalahari and the Namib, and a good reason why it appears on the coat of arms. More>>
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Last Updated ( Sunday, 31 August 2008 )
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Last Updated ( Sunday, 28 October 2007 )
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History: Heroes Day, the history behind the holiday |
 On 10 December 1959, authorities in Windhoek opened fire on people protesting against forced removal from their homes in the 'Old Location'. The shots fired on that day changed the nature of political resistance and led to the beginning of the armed struggle, as well as the commemoration of the Battle at Omugulu-gOmbashe on 26 August 1966. Find out more about Heroes Day, here>>
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News: the other side of the desert elephant story |
 The hunt for three desert elephant bulls is emotionally charged and is making headlines around the world. However, Dr Chris Brown of the Namibia Nature Foundation gives an alternative view of the licenses, the role of the hunt in the context of CBNRM, the diversity within the population's gene pool and an assesment of the population's ability to sustain the hunt. More>>
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Destinations: the Hoba Meteorite, heavy metal destination |
 In 1920, a hunter by the name of Jacobus Brits found a strange, dark-coloured rock sticking out of the ground. Using his knife, he scratched at the surface, and discovered a metallic gleam. He had discovered the largest known meteorite on the surface of the earth. Find out more about putting the Hoba meteorite on the itinerary, here>>
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Last Updated ( Sunday, 24 August 2008 )
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News: Namibia halts sale of carved ivory |
 The Namibian Ministry of Environment and Tourism has announced a temporary halt to the sale of all carved elephant ivory. This normally takes the form of traditional carved jewelry either sold as parts of beaded necklaces or on leather thongs, known as 'ekipas' or 'omakipas' (pictured left) and commonly offered by craft sellers, or set in precious metals and sold by jewelers. More>>
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Namibian antelope: the kudu, terror of the road |
 Although the crocodile and lion are known for their teeth, few animals are as deadly as the greater kudu. Between sunrise and sunset, this normally shy antelope uses low light or darkness as an opportunity to cross the road, unseen. The results are often tragic. But the kudu is also a commonly seen sight and a fascinating creature in its own right. Find out more about it, here>>
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Namibian antelope: springbok, the buck with extra bounce |
 When early colonial Dutch farmers arrived in Southern Africa, and formany years after, the sight of millions of migrating springbok, in herds hundreds of kilometres long, was a common occurrence. The herds of ‘trekbokken’ were so large that they could take days to pass a town. These were the largest herds of animals known to man, and their like has never been seen since. More>>
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