Dassies

South Africa / Eastern Cape / Cradock /
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The Cape Hyrax, or Rock Hyrax, (Procavia capensis) is a species in the order Hyracoidea. Like all hyraxes, it superficially resembles a rabbit with short ears and tail. Known as a Dassie in South Africa.The Swahili names for them are "Pelele" or "Wibari". This species has many subspecies, many of which are known as Cape Hyrax or Rock Hyrax, although the latter usually refers to African varieties.
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Coordinates:   32°20'49"S   25°38'40"E
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