Unique collective nouns for African animals

Imagine yourself on an unforgettable African safari, surrounded by wildlife. As you encounter these incredible animals, you might start to notice something interesting: they have pretty unique collective nouns for African animals! These terms go far beyond the typical “herd” or “flock,” adding a layer of intrigue and personality to your safari experience.

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This guide will equip you with some of the most fascinating collective nouns for African animals and birds, guaranteed to impress your fellow safari companions and leave a lasting impression. So, get ready to ditch the boring “bunch” and embrace the extraordinary!

Mammals

A cackle of hyena
A leap of leopards
A dazzle of zebra
A pride of lion
A coalition of cheetah
A prickle of porcupine
An armoury of aardvarks
A pod of hippos
A crash of rhino
A memory of elephant
A whoop of gorillas
A business of mongoose
A barrel of monkeys
A cloud of bats
An obstinacy of buffalo
A journey of giraffe (for moving animals)
A tower of giraffe (when the giraffe are standing still)
A romp of otters

Birds

A mustering of storks
A parliament of owls
A flamboyance of flamingoes
A wake of vultures
A pride of ostriches
A descent of woodpeckers
A fling of oxpeckers
A gaggle of geese
A confusion of guinea fowl
A convocation of eagles
A hedge of herons
A pod of pelicans

Reptiles

A creep of tortoises
A mess of iguanas
A bask of crocodiles
A quiver of cobras
A lounge of lizards

Insects

A plague of locusts
A scourge of mosquito
A cluster of spiders
A brood of termites

Trees

A dance of leadwood
A stillness of baobab

So there you have it! Armed with these unique collective nouns, you’re ready to impress your fellow safari-goers and add a touch of flair to your safari stories. But the learning doesn’t stop here! Share your favourite collective nouns in the comments below, and tell us which amazing African animals you hope to see on your next adventure. Remember, the wild awaits!