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Detailed answer
Tree hyraxes spend much of their time in trees and are more often heard than seen. Their calls can surprise travelers at night because the sound is much bigger than the animal appears.
They feed on leaves, shoots, fruits, and bark depending on habitat. Forested parks and lodge surroundings can be good places to ask guides about them.
Because they are nocturnal, respectful listening is often better than trying to force a sighting with bright lights.
Quick planning notes
- Listen after dark in forested areas
- Ask guides to identify night calls
- Avoid shining strong lights into trees
- Treat small nocturnal mammals as safari highlights
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