Jameson's Red Rock Rabbit
wildlife of Namibia
Introduction: The Jameson's red rock rabbit (Pronolagus randensis) are named after the describer of the species H.L Jameson and also because of their confinement to rocky koppies, hillsides strewn with boulders, rocky kloofs and gorges. It has been observed and recorded that they are able to traverse unsuitable ground to reach an appropriate habitat. They are predominately nocturnal creatures, generally solitary and lie up during the day in crevices, under the shelter of boulders or under the cover of thick, patchy grass in these rocky areas. They also use latrines, the characteristicly shaped pellets an indication of there presence.
Distribution: They occur from the Kunene River in north-western Namibia southwards along the inland escarpment.
Diet: The Jameson's red rock rabbit is a grazer of palatable grasses in the rocky habitat which they live. They will move at night to flat areas surrounding these rocky areas to feed.
Colouring: Their underfur is rufous brown, lighter in colour towards the base. The chin is whitish. The underparts of the body are pinkish-buff.
Breeding: The average litter is small, only 1 or 2 young are born, usually in secluded resting places.
Size: Head and body length is about 46cm and there average mass is about 2.3kg. Males and females are similar in size and weight.
Epupa Falls Lodge A tented camp on the banks of the Kunene River close to Epupa Falls and Himba settlements
Fort Sesfontein
On the border between Kaokoland and Damaraland this fort was built at the same time as the fort of Namutoni in Etosha
Kapika Waterfall Lodge
On a hill above the Kunene river, the lodge has tremendous views of the surrounding area and looks towards the Epupa Falls
Kunene River Lodge
An excellent lodge in a remote location on the banks of the Kunene River, for those interesting in birding, relaxing or river rafting this lodge is an absolute must
Ohakane Lodge
One of the oldest lodges in the Kaokoland area, from here guest can visit Himba villages and other areas of interest in Kaokoland
Okahirongo Elephant Lodge
Near the tiny settlement of Puros, this luxury lodge offers you the ability to search for the desert adapted elephants
Okahirongo River Camp
On a hillside overlooking the Kunene River this small intimate camp offers accommodation for a maximum of 14 people.
Opuwo Country Lodge
This is one of the newer lodges in Opuwo - it has beautiful views over Kaokoland -a real desert oasis
