Niokolo Koba National Park

Niokolo Koba National Park is a national park located in eastern Senegal. It was designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1981. The park's diverse ecosystems support a variety of wildlife, including elephants, antelopes, lions, panthers, cheetahs, and jackals. Herds of warthogs are common in the marshes, and various species of monkeys inhabit the river valleys. The park is also home to numerous bird species, such as the red-billed quelea, partridge, and guinea fowl. Reptiles, including pythons and venomous snakes, are numerous, and crocodiles, hippopotamuses, and turtles can be found in the rivers.1