1 / 11American outdoor adventurer and wildlife expert Forrest Galante was recently asked which were the countries he best considered for wildlife spotting, and the nature lover had a candid reply while comparing countries like the US, England, Colombia, Vietnam, China, Brazil, India and many more. Read on to know, which countries does Galante consider are better when it comes to wildlife spotting. (Image: Reuters)
2 / 11USA or England? Answer USA | The USA is home to iconic wildlife like the American bison, the largest land mammal in North America, and the elusive mountain lion, which roams vast terrains from forests to deserts. Other notable species include the bald eagle and grizzly bear, representing the country’s rich ecological diversity. (Image: Reuters)
3 / 11USA or China? Answer China | China is renowned for the giant panda, a global symbol of wildlife conservation, native to the bamboo forests of Sichuan. The country also supports species like the endangered South China tiger and the golden snub-nosed monkey, found in high-altitude forests. (Image: Reuters)
4 / 11China or Brazil? Answer Brazil | Brazil boasts the Amazon rainforest, teeming with species such as the jaguar, the largest cat in the Americas, and the colourful macaws. The Amazon River dolphin and the capybara, the world’s largest rodent, are also prominent in its ecosystems. (Image: Reuters)
5 / 11Brazil or Kenya? Answer Kenya | Kenya is famous for its “Big Five” — lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and rhinoceros — all of which roam its iconic savannahs. The annual wildebeest migration through the Maasai Mara is one of the most spectacular wildlife events on Earth. (Image: Reuters)
6 / 11Kenya or Madagascar? Answer Madagascar | Madagascar is known for its unique biodiversity, with lemurs being the most famous endemic species, found nowhere else in the world. The island also hosts unusual creatures like the fossa and countless chameleon species, including the world’s smallest. (Image: Reuters)
7 / 11Madagascar or India? Answer India | India’s wildlife includes the majestic Bengal tiger, found in reserves like Sundarbans and Ranthambore, and the Asiatic elephant, roaming the forests of the south and northeast. It is also home to the Indian leopard and endangered species like the one-horned rhinoceros. (Image: Reuters)
8 / 11Colombia or South Africa? Answer Colombia | Colombia is one of the most biodiverse countries, with jaguars inhabiting the Amazonian lowlands and spectacled bears in the Andean regions. The country is also rich in bird species, including the vibrant Andean cock-of-the-rock. (Image: Reuters)
9 / 11Colombia or Zimbabwe? Answer Zimbabwe | Zimbabwe is home to abundant wildlife such as elephants and lions, especially in Hwange National Park. The endangered black rhinoceros and large populations of hippos and crocodiles thrive along the Zambezi River. (Image: Reuters)
10 / 11Zimbabwe or Papua New Guinea? Answer Papua New Guinea | Papua New Guinea features extraordinary wildlife like the bird-of-paradise, known for its elaborate plumage and courtship displays. The island is also home to tree kangaroos and numerous unique reptile and amphibian species. (Image: Reuters)
11 / 11PNG or South Pacific? South Pacific | The South Pacific islands host remarkable marine biodiversity, including reef sharks, manta rays, and sea turtles in their coral reefs. On land, species such as the coconut crab and various endemic birds showcase the islands’ ecological richness. (Image: Reuters)
