Wildlife of Eritrea


The wildlife of Eritrea is composed of its flora and fauna.
Eritrea has 96 species of mammals and a rich avifauna of 566 species of birds.

Overview

Populations of lion, leopard, zebra, species of monkey, gazelle, antelope, and elephant continue to thrive. The coastal areas are home to many species of turtle, lobster, and shrimp. Plant life includes acacia, cactus, aloe vera, prickly pear, and olive trees. As of 2002, there were at least 112 species of mammals and 138 species of birds throughout the country.

Fauna

Mammals

Birds

Flora