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Being to Kenya and not undertaking a wildlife safari is almost a sin. Wildlife in Kenya is next to no other country of the world. This country is truly the 'Land of Contrasts'.
The rarest of bird species, the most exotic variety of insects, astonishing types of plants and trees, and an escalating wildlife are all present in Kenya.
Snow-capped mountains, flamingo covered lakes, volcanoes on the Rift Valley and crystal blue waters of the Indian Ocean combine to provide a habitat to a vast variety of flora and fauna in the region. The wildlife beauty of this region encompasses everything else on the African continent.
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Some of the most exciting features on a wildlife safari in Kenya are the BioKen Snake Farm, the Arabuko Sokoke Forest and the Kipepo Butterfly Farm. Things that are unheard of in other countries are found in abundance in Kenya.
The Snake Farm in Watamu has the most enthralling variety of African snakes, pythons and cobras. The Butterfly Farm in Gedi has all the available species of butterflies under one roof. All colors of the world merge together here.
There are a number of lakes in Kenya. In fact, the country has one of the largest freshwater lakes of the world in the form of Lake Victoria. The Indian Ocean also surrounds the country on one side. Hence, one can find the presence of a very diverse marine life here. Sea turtles, dolphins, myriad fishes, all find a mention in the Kenyan wildlife list.
More than 5, 000 species of migratory birds come to Kenya throughout the year. That is why this region is an absolute favorite with bird watchers. The big migration game that happens here between July and August is the most exciting and awaited event for bird lovers all over the world.
Not just this, it is not uncommon to see lions and leopards hunting their preys down. Herds of elephants roaming about near the rivers if also a common sight. Hippos, rhinos settling down in the lakes make for a perfect wildlife picture.
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It is not for nothing that people say that Kenya is the whole world in one country.
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