Editing Africa (section)

=== Fauna ===

Africa is known for large mammals, including elephants, lions, leopards, cheetahs, rhinoceroses, buffalo, giraffes, zebras, hippopotamuses, gorillas, chimpanzees, wildebeest, antelopes, and many other species. The continent also contains many bird, reptile, amphibian, fish, and insect species.

Wildlife distribution depends on habitat. Rainforest species are common in central Africa, while savanna species are prominent in eastern and southern Africa. Desert-adapted species live in the Sahara, Namib, and Kalahari. Coastal and marine environments support fish, turtles, seabirds, coral systems, and marine mammals.

Wildlife has cultural, ecological, scientific, and economic importance. It supports tourism in some countries and plays a role in local traditions and livelihoods. At the same time, human-wildlife conflict remains a problem in areas where settlement and agriculture overlap with wildlife ranges.