Rainforest natives

Introducing just a few of the jungle inhabitants that can be found in this vast and varied ecosystem

African forest elephant

An elusive relation of the African elephant, forest elephants have more rounded ears and their tusks point downward. They are important to the rainforest ecosystem, as they clear paths that other creatures rely on. and they help to disperse plants when seeds are deposited in their dung.

African grey parrot

Africa’s largest parrot sports grey plumage with a shock of red at the tail. Daytimes are spent foraging for food on foot, using their strong, curved beak to collect seeds, berries and fruit. During the evenings, huge numbers of grey parrots come together in the treetops to roost.