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When to see Thick-tailed Bushveld Bushbaby in Kruger National Park
Thick-tailed Bushveld Bushbaby are most active at night (19:00 to 05:00). Much of their activity falls outside gate hours, so the first drive after the gates open and the last hour before they close give you the best chance.
This is Thick-tailed Bushveld Bushbaby's general behavior. Once enough sightings are logged in Kruger National Park, this page also shows when they're actually seen here.
About the Bushveld Bushbaby (Thick-tailed)
The thick-tailed bushbaby is a nocturnal African primate found mainly in woodland and forest habitats. It has large forward-facing eyes, prominent ears, strong hind limbs and a thick, bushy tail. It is an agile climber and moves rapidly through trees using powerful leaps. Its diet is varied and includes fruit, tree gums, insects and other small animal prey. It is generally encountered singly, in pairs or in small social groups and is most easily detected at night by its calls and eye-shine.
How to identify the Bushveld Bushbaby (Thick-tailed)
Large nocturnal bushbaby with enormous forward-facing eyes, rounded ears, a thick bushy tail and strong hind legs. Fur is generally grey to brown above and paler underneath.
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