![A majestic male lion with a thick, dark mane lies on sandy ground amidst tall, dry grass. His amber eyes gaze directly at the camera. Sparse shrubs and a blurry tree can be seen in the background, set against the soft glow of sunset, epitomizing the essence of African wildlife on safari.](https://www.joasafaris.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/JOA_Blog_SouthAfrica_28Feb.jpg)
Anyone who has the privilege of embarking on an African safari will know about Africa’s ‘Big 5.’ These are the five species of animals that are regarded as the ‘Royalty’ of Africa’s wildlife. The five animals that game spotters most want to see when on safari. It is believed that if you have not seen all five of this prestigious…