THE EPIC ENDANGERED WILDLIFE OF KARIBA, ZIMBABWE

The Kariba area is a wildlife and water wilderness paradise. It's located on the Zambezi River, which was dammed in the 1950s to create Lake Kariba, the world's largest man-made lake and reservoir by volume. Swimming in the shallows of Lake Kariba is not recommended due to the presence of crocodiles, hippos, and the waterborne parasite bilharzia. However, it's generally safe to swim in deeper water. The Kariba area in Africa is home to many species of wildlife, including: Crocodiles and hippos: Lake Kariba is home to a large population of Nile crocodiles and hippos. Big game: The Kariba corridor is home to endangered and threatened species such as elephants, cheetahs, lions, leopards, and African painted dogs. Birds: Eagles and cormorants are among the birds that can be seen in the area. Other animals: The area is also home to waterbuck, zebra, impala, lappet-faced vultures, and southern ground hornbills. Fish: The lake is home to over 40 species of fish, including kapenta, a sardine-like fish that was introduced to the lake from Lake Tanganyika. Commercial fishing: The lake supports a thriving commercial fishing industry.