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Acharax 🔎

Acharax is a type of animal that primarily lives in sub-Saharan Africa, specifically in countries such as Angola, Botswana, and Namibia. They are known for their large size and ability to climb trees or other obstacles. Some species of Acharax are adapted to high-altitude environments due to their adaptations for climbing.

Namibialina 🔎

Namibian, a genus of freshwater fish in the family Ardeidae, belonging to the family Namibiformes and the subfamily Megasaurinae. They are primarily found in the southern part of Africa, including Namibia.

Siphluriscus 🔎

The term "siphluriscus" refers to a species of bird found in the forest canopy of central Africa, primarily from Angola and Namibia. This bird is known for its distinctive siphonal canal system, which allows it to swim efficiently in water bodies such as rivers and lakes.

Mwinilunga 🔎

Mwinilunga is a town in Mpumalanga Province, South Africa, located on the border with Namibia, south of the town of Nelspruit. It is known for its unique landscape and wildlife.

Kerbela 🔎

Kerbela is a type of animal that lives in the desert region of southern Africa, specifically in the Gaborone, Botswana, and Namibia countries. They are known for their unique ability to swim through water and can survive on dry land for long periods without water. Despite their small size, they have a significant impact on the ecosystem as they play an essential role in the desert ecosystem by providing habitats for various species of plants and animals.

Namibesia 🔎

Namibia is a country in southern Africa, located on the continent's west coast. It shares borders with South Africa and Botswana. The capital city is Pretoria, and it has a diverse population of over 20 million people.

Nannobrycon 🔎

Nannobrycon is a type of dinosaur that lived during the Late Cretaceous period, approximately 69 million years ago. It was characterized by its small size and lack of any known teeth or jaws. This allowed it to be more easily adapted to life in the arid environments of the African savanna. Nannobrycon fossils have been found in various parts of Africa, including Tanzania, Namibia, and South Africa, but their exact age is not fully determined due

Sellaphora 🔎

Sellaphora is a type of tree found in various parts of Africa, particularly in countries like South Africa, Botswana, and Namibia. It's characterized by its distinctive white flowers that bloom in late spring or early summer, which attract bees and butterflies to the trees for pollination. The term "Sellaphora" refers to this particular species.

Nilea 🔎

Nilea is a genus of flowering plants in the family Araceae, native to South Africa, Namibia and Botswana. They are known for their vibrant yellow flowers and their ability to produce seeds that can be used as food sources.

Sipaliwini 🔎

Sipaliwini is a type of fruit that grows in a variety of climates, typically found in South Africa and other parts of Southern Africa, such as Namibia, Angola, Botswana, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Malawi, and Lesotho. It's often associated with the local culture and has been used to make various dishes, including sizzling sausages.

Aerangis 🔎

Aerangis is a type of plant that grows in the desert region of Africa, primarily in Namibia and South Africa. They are known for their ability to survive in extreme temperatures and lack of sunlight, making them ideal for growing in arid environments.

Rhynchonax 🔎

Rhynchonax is a type of mammal that lives in the desert regions of Africa, specifically in countries such as Namibia and South Africa. They are known for their elongated bodies and thick fur, which helps them to blend into the landscape. The rhynchonax has a distinctive black coat with white spots on its face and back, making it a unique species in the African savanna ecosystem.

Rhinoscopelus 🔎

Rhinoscopelus is a species of mammal in the family Rhinocerotidae, known for its distinctive horn-like appendages on its body and ability to live in cold climates. This particular rhino species is primarily found in Africa, where it ranges from Angola to Namibia.

Mozambique 🔎

Mozambique is a country in southeastern Africa, located at the crossroads of the Atlantic Ocean and the Indian Ocean. It is bounded by Angola to the north, Mozambique to the east, Swaziland to the southeast, Lesotho, Namibia, Botswana, and Zimbabwe to the west. This region has rich biodiversity, including vast tracts of coral reefs and diverse ecosystems.

Namibia 🔎

Namibia is a country located in Southern Africa, bordered by South Africa to the north, Angola to the east, Botswana to the south and southwest, and Zimbabwe to the west. It consists of four official languages: English, Afrikaans, Hausa, and Wolof. Its capital city is Windhoek.

Triskelionia 🔎

Triskelionia is a type of flowering plant that grows in the desert regions of Africa, particularly in countries such as South Africa and Namibia. It is known for its distinctive white flowers, which are often used to decorate homes or weddings.

Ohakunea 🔎

Ohakunea is a species of mammal in the family Felidae, native to South Africa and Namibia. They are known for their distinctive white coat with black spots and a unique ability to turn blue during the breeding season.

Namib 🔎

Namibia is a country located in Africa, bordered by South Africa to the west and the Atlantic Ocean to the east. It has a diverse landscape with desert expanses, grasslands, and mountains. The capital city is Windhoek, which was established in 1903.

Baujardia 🔎

Baujardia is a genus of flowering plants in the family Asparagaceae, native to South Africa and Namibia. They are commonly known as "buttercress" because they have edible seeds that resemble small cabbages but are actually buds. The leaves are usually green or dark green, with serrated edges, while the flowers have a white center and a yellowish edge.

Namibian 🔎

Namibia is a country located in Africa, bordered by South Africa to the north and east, Botswana to the south, and Zimbabwe to the west. It is known for its vast desert landscapes, high altitude mountains, and diverse wildlife.

Aposigalphus 🔎

Aposigalphus is a genus of flowering plants in the family Apiaceae, native to South Africa and Namibia.

Bainskloof 🔎

Bainskloof is a small town in South Africa, located on the border with Lesotho and Namibia. It's known for its scenic beauty, including the famous Bainskloof Falls, which are one of the tallest waterfalls in South Africa. The town was established by settlers from Lesotho and later became part of South Africa after independence.

Gaviidae 🔎

Gaviidae are a family of birds that includes the critically endangered African Grey parrots, which are also known as grey parakeets or grey finches and are found in South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Malawi, Zambia, Angola, Mozambique, Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda, and parts of East Africa.

Gyinae 🔎

Gyinae is a genus of flowering plants in the family Arecaceae, native to southern Africa and parts of India, Sri Lanka, Malawi, Botswana, Namibia, and Zambia. They are known for their beautiful flowers, which are often used as ornamental plants due to their vibrant colors and fragrant aroma.

Fredwardsius 🔎

Fredwardsius is a genus of flowering plants in the family Fabaceae. They are native to southern Africa, particularly to South Africa and Namibia. These plants have been classified as part of the family Fabaceae, which includes several genera and species.

Ecosystem Biomes

Ecosystems can be broadly categorized into various types based on their characteristics and the organisms they support. Here are some common types of ecosystems:

Terrestrial Biomes

Tundra Taiga Montane Grasslands and Shrublands Alpine Tundra Coniferous Forests Broadleaf and Mixed Forests Deciduous Forests Grasslands Savannas Shrublands Tropical Forest Rainforest Seasonal Forest Tropical Coniferous Forests Moist Broadleaf Forests Dry Broadleaf Forests Tropical Grasslands, Savannas, and Shrublands Mediterranean Forests, Woodlands, and Scrub Deserts and Xeric Shrublands Steppe Flooded Grasslands and Savannas Riparian Wetland Mangrove

Aquatic Biomes

Pond Littoral Intertidal Mangroves Kelp Forests Coral Reefs Neritic Zone Pelagic Zone Benthic Zone Hydrothermal Vents Cold Seeps Demersal Zone

Other Biomes

Endolithic Zone

Biogeographic Realms

Afrotropical Antarctic Australasian Holarctic Nearctic Palearctic Indomalayan Neotropical Oceanian Antarctic / Southern Ocean Arctic Central Indo-Pacific Eastern Indo-Pacific Temperate Australasia Temperate Northern Atlantic Temperate Northern Pacific Temperate South America Temperate Southern Africa Tropical Atlantic Tropical Eastern Pacific Western Indo-Pacific ocean river lake pond stream swamp marsh

World Map

Registan-North Pakistan Sandy Desert Simpson Desert Siberian Steppe South Saharan Steppe and Woodlands Middle Arctic Tundra / Antarctic Desert Arabian Desert / Amsterdam Grassland Desert Tundra Tundra / Taiga Taiga Maputaland-Pondoland Bush and Thickets Montane Forests Cordillera Central Paramo Alpine Shrub Afghan Semi-Desert Parana Flooded Savanna Cuban / Enriquillo Wetlands / Guayaquil Arctic Foothills Tundra Arctic Tundra / Saharan Flooded Grassland Canadian Shield Taiga / Orinoco Delta Low Tundra / Montane Birch / Andean Puna Coastal Tundra / Flooded Savanna Cuban Pine / Pantanos / Valdivian Forest Sundarbans Swamp / Zambezi Savannah Belizian Pine Forests NE Siberian Taiga / New England-Acadian Forest Coastal / Lowland / Alpine Forests


Search Results
Abditibacteriota
Acidobacteriota, phenotypically diverse and mostly uncultured
Actinomycetota, High-G+C Gram positive species
Aquificota, deep-branching
Armatimonadota
Atribacterota
Bacillota, Low-G+C Gram positive species, such as the spore-formers Bacilli (aerobic) and Clostridia (anaerobic)
Bacteroidota
Balneolota
Bdellovibrionota
Caldisericota, formerly candidate division OP5, Caldisericum exile is the sole representative
Calditrichota
Campylobacterota
Chlamydiota
Chlorobiota, green sulphur bacteria
Chloroflexota, green non-sulphur bacteria
Chrysiogenota, only 3 genera (Chrysiogenes arsenatis, Desulfurispira natronophila, Desulfurispirillum alkaliphilum)
Coprothermobacterota
Deferribacterota
Deinococcota, Deinococcus radiodurans and Thermus aquaticus are "commonly known" species of this phyla
Dictyoglomota
Elusimicrobiota, formerly candidate division Thermite Group 1
Fibrobacterota
Fusobacteriota
Gemmatimonadota
Ignavibacteriota
Kiritimatiellota
Lentisphaerota, formerly clade VadinBE97
Mycoplasmatota, notable genus: Mycoplasma
Myxococcota
Nitrospinota
Nitrospirota
Planctomycetota
Pseudomonadota, the most well-known phylum, containing species such as Escherichia coli or Pseudomonas aeruginosa
Rhodothermota
Spirochaetota, species include Borrelia burgdorferi, which causes Lyme disease
Synergistota
Thermodesulfobacteriota
Thermomicrobiota
Thermotogota, deep-branching
Verrucomicrobiota

Ecosystem Species

Various species inhabit these ecosystems, each playing a unique role in maintaining the ecological balance.

Animals

Porifera (Sponges) Cnidaria (Jellyfish, Corals) Platyhelminthes (Flatworms) Nematoda (Roundworms) Annelida (Segmented Worms) Mollusca (Snails, Squids) Arthropoda (Insects, Crustaceans) Echinodermata (Sea Stars, Urchins) Jawless Fish (Agnatha) Cartilaginous Fish (Chondrichthyes) Bony Fish (Osteichthyes) Amphibians Reptiles Birds Mammals

Plants

Bryophyta (Mosses) Marchantiophyta (Liverworts) Anthocerotophyta (Hornworts) Lycophyta (Club Mosses) Pteridophyta (Ferns) Coniferophyta (Conifers) Cycadophyta (Cycads) Ginkgophyta (Ginkgo) Gnetophyta (Gnetum, Ephedra) Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Fungi

Chytridiomycota (Chytrids) Zygomycota (Bread Molds) Glomeromycota (Mycorrhizal Fungi) Ascomycota (Sac Fungi) Basidiomycota (Club Fungi)

Protists

Amoebozoa (Amoebas, Slime Molds) Excavata (Euglena, Giardia) Chromalveolata (Diatoms, Dinoflagellates) Rhizaria (Radiolarians, Forams) Archaeplastida (Red & Green Algae)

Bacteria

Proteobacteria Firmicutes Actinobacteria Cyanobacteria (Blue-Green Algae) Bacteroidetes Spirochaetes Chlamydiae Planctomycetes

Archaea

Euryarchaeota (Methanogens, Halophiles) Crenarchaeota (Thermophiles) Nanoarchaeota Korarchaeota fish bird insect mammal reptile amphibian mollusk fungi

Acharax 🔎

Acharax is a type of animal that primarily lives in sub-Saharan Africa, specifically in countries such as Angola, Botswana, and Namibia. They are known for their large size and ability to climb trees or other obstacles. Some species of Acharax are adapted to high-altitude environments due to their adaptations for climbing.

Namibialina 🔎

Namibian, a genus of freshwater fish in the family Ardeidae, belonging to the family Namibiformes and the subfamily Megasaurinae. They are primarily found in the southern part of Africa, including Namibia.

Siphluriscus 🔎

The term "siphluriscus" refers to a species of bird found in the forest canopy of central Africa, primarily from Angola and Namibia. This bird is known for its distinctive siphonal canal system, which allows it to swim efficiently in water bodies such as rivers and lakes.

Mwinilunga 🔎

Mwinilunga is a town in Mpumalanga Province, South Africa, located on the border with Namibia, south of the town of Nelspruit. It is known for its unique landscape and wildlife.

Kerbela 🔎

Kerbela is a type of animal that lives in the desert region of southern Africa, specifically in the Gaborone, Botswana, and Namibia countries. They are known for their unique ability to swim through water and can survive on dry land for long periods without water. Despite their small size, they have a significant impact on the ecosystem as they play an essential role in the desert ecosystem by providing habitats for various species of plants and animals.

Namibesia 🔎

Namibia is a country in southern Africa, located on the continent's west coast. It shares borders with South Africa and Botswana. The capital city is Pretoria, and it has a diverse population of over 20 million people.

Nannobrycon 🔎

Nannobrycon is a type of dinosaur that lived during the Late Cretaceous period, approximately 69 million years ago. It was characterized by its small size and lack of any known teeth or jaws. This allowed it to be more easily adapted to life in the arid environments of the African savanna. Nannobrycon fossils have been found in various parts of Africa, including Tanzania, Namibia, and South Africa, but their exact age is not fully determined due

Sellaphora 🔎

Sellaphora is a type of tree found in various parts of Africa, particularly in countries like South Africa, Botswana, and Namibia. It's characterized by its distinctive white flowers that bloom in late spring or early summer, which attract bees and butterflies to the trees for pollination. The term "Sellaphora" refers to this particular species.

Nilea 🔎

Nilea is a genus of flowering plants in the family Araceae, native to South Africa, Namibia and Botswana. They are known for their vibrant yellow flowers and their ability to produce seeds that can be used as food sources.

Sipaliwini 🔎

Sipaliwini is a type of fruit that grows in a variety of climates, typically found in South Africa and other parts of Southern Africa, such as Namibia, Angola, Botswana, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Malawi, and Lesotho. It's often associated with the local culture and has been used to make various dishes, including sizzling sausages.

Aerangis 🔎

Aerangis is a type of plant that grows in the desert region of Africa, primarily in Namibia and South Africa. They are known for their ability to survive in extreme temperatures and lack of sunlight, making them ideal for growing in arid environments.

Rhynchonax 🔎

Rhynchonax is a type of mammal that lives in the desert regions of Africa, specifically in countries such as Namibia and South Africa. They are known for their elongated bodies and thick fur, which helps them to blend into the landscape. The rhynchonax has a distinctive black coat with white spots on its face and back, making it a unique species in the African savanna ecosystem.

Rhinoscopelus 🔎

Rhinoscopelus is a species of mammal in the family Rhinocerotidae, known for its distinctive horn-like appendages on its body and ability to live in cold climates. This particular rhino species is primarily found in Africa, where it ranges from Angola to Namibia.

Mozambique 🔎

Mozambique is a country in southeastern Africa, located at the crossroads of the Atlantic Ocean and the Indian Ocean. It is bounded by Angola to the north, Mozambique to the east, Swaziland to the southeast, Lesotho, Namibia, Botswana, and Zimbabwe to the west. This region has rich biodiversity, including vast tracts of coral reefs and diverse ecosystems.

Namibia 🔎

Namibia is a country located in Southern Africa, bordered by South Africa to the north, Angola to the east, Botswana to the south and southwest, and Zimbabwe to the west. It consists of four official languages: English, Afrikaans, Hausa, and Wolof. Its capital city is Windhoek.

Triskelionia 🔎

Triskelionia is a type of flowering plant that grows in the desert regions of Africa, particularly in countries such as South Africa and Namibia. It is known for its distinctive white flowers, which are often used to decorate homes or weddings.

Ohakunea 🔎

Ohakunea is a species of mammal in the family Felidae, native to South Africa and Namibia. They are known for their distinctive white coat with black spots and a unique ability to turn blue during the breeding season.

Namib 🔎

Namibia is a country located in Africa, bordered by South Africa to the west and the Atlantic Ocean to the east. It has a diverse landscape with desert expanses, grasslands, and mountains. The capital city is Windhoek, which was established in 1903.

Baujardia 🔎

Baujardia is a genus of flowering plants in the family Asparagaceae, native to South Africa and Namibia. They are commonly known as "buttercress" because they have edible seeds that resemble small cabbages but are actually buds. The leaves are usually green or dark green, with serrated edges, while the flowers have a white center and a yellowish edge.

Namibian 🔎

Namibia is a country located in Africa, bordered by South Africa to the north and east, Botswana to the south, and Zimbabwe to the west. It is known for its vast desert landscapes, high altitude mountains, and diverse wildlife.

Aposigalphus 🔎

Aposigalphus is a genus of flowering plants in the family Apiaceae, native to South Africa and Namibia.

Bainskloof 🔎

Bainskloof is a small town in South Africa, located on the border with Lesotho and Namibia. It's known for its scenic beauty, including the famous Bainskloof Falls, which are one of the tallest waterfalls in South Africa. The town was established by settlers from Lesotho and later became part of South Africa after independence.

Gaviidae 🔎

Gaviidae are a family of birds that includes the critically endangered African Grey parrots, which are also known as grey parakeets or grey finches and are found in South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Malawi, Zambia, Angola, Mozambique, Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda, and parts of East Africa.

Gyinae 🔎

Gyinae is a genus of flowering plants in the family Arecaceae, native to southern Africa and parts of India, Sri Lanka, Malawi, Botswana, Namibia, and Zambia. They are known for their beautiful flowers, which are often used as ornamental plants due to their vibrant colors and fragrant aroma.

Fredwardsius 🔎

Fredwardsius is a genus of flowering plants in the family Fabaceae. They are native to southern Africa, particularly to South Africa and Namibia. These plants have been classified as part of the family Fabaceae, which includes several genera and species.

Deciduous Forest 🔎