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Life in Zambia’s lush Luangwa Valley

14 March 2013
News imageZambia, Africa, elephants, Luangwa Valley
Zambia, Africa, elephants, Luangwa Valley

Spread over four national parks, this remote African valley is home to 60 animal species, including buffalo, elephants, lions and hippos and the unique Thornicroft's giraffe.

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Tiny lion cubs try to avoid getting crushed by elephants

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