Swamp Musk Shrew

wildlife of Namibia

Introduction: As it's name suggests, the swamp musk shrew (Crocidura mariquensis) is found mainly in Namibia's swampy habitats. A characteristic of this shrew are splayed digits of its hind limbs, a feature that has allowed it to adapt to marshy areas. Predators include the fiscal shrike, barn owl and grass owls.

Distribution: Marshy and open-water habitats of the Kavango River, Okavango Delta, Kwando River, Linyati Marshes and Zambezi River.

Diet: Snails and termites.

Colouring: Dark and black fur.

Breeding: Litters range from 2 to 7 but are usually 3 or 4. The breeding season lasts from August to April.

Size: Head and body length of 80mm, tail 56mm. Weight: 11g.

Wildlife Namibia

Divava Okavango Lodge

An upmarket lodge and spa on the banks of the Kavango River

Hakusembe River Lodge

Small lodge situated close to the town of Rundu

Kaisosi River Lodge

Another lodge close to Rundu, offers good fishing

Kavango River Lodge

Situated on the banks of the river (hence the name) in Rundu

Mahangu Safari Lodge

Situated close to the Mahangu Park in west Caprivi - this is an excellent stop-over between Namibia, Maun (in Botswana) and the Victoria Falls

Ngepi Camp

A rustic river side campsite and lodge offering excellent value for money

Nunda Lodge

Close to Popa Falls and the Mahango Reserve this lodge offers stunning river views

Ndhovu Lodge

Refreshingly, and surprisingly for the area, this lodge does not have the word 'River' as part of its name. Do not be misled it is situated on the banks of the river opposite the Caprivi Game Park (Bwabwata National Park)