Capital(s)

Yamoussoukro & Abidjan

Official Language

French

Fun Fact

Home to four UNESCO World Heritage Sites

National Animal

African Elephant

National Bird

White-cheeked Turaco

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Animal Laws of Côte d'Ivoire

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Animals of Côte d'Ivoire

White-cheeked Turaco

IUCN Red List: Least Concern

The White-cheeked Turaco is a colorful bird native to the forests and woodlands of Ethiopia. It is recognized by its bright green plumage, crimson wing feathers, and distinctive white cheek patches. Feeding mainly on fruits, leaves, and flowers, this turaco plays an important role in seed dispersal. Its loud, ringing calls are a familiar sound throughout its forest habitat.

Campbell's Mona Monkey

IUCN Red List: Near Threatened

Campbell's Mona Monkey is a small, agile primate found in the forests of West Africa. It is recognized by its gray-brown fur, pale facial markings, and long tail, which helps it move through the forest canopy. These monkeys feed on fruits, leaves, seeds, and insects and live in social groups. Campbell's Mona Monkeys are known for their complex vocalizations, which help communicate information about predators and other threats.

Pygmy Hippopotamus

IUCN Red List: Endangered

The Pygmy Hippopotamus is a rare, forest-dwelling relative of the common hippopotamus found in the forests and swamps of West Africa. Much smaller and more solitary than its larger cousin, it spends much of its time near rivers and wetlands, feeding on leaves, fruits, and other vegetation. Pygmy Hippopotamuses are primarily nocturnal and play an important role in maintaining healthy forest ecosystems. Habitat loss and hunting have made this species endangered.

African Golden Cat

IUCN Red List: Vulnerable

The African Golden Cat is a secretive wild cat found in the rainforests of Central and West Africa. Its coat can range from golden-red to gray and is sometimes marked with spots. A skilled predator, it hunts rodents, birds, small antelope, and other forest animals. Habitat loss and hunting have led to population declines, making this elusive feline increasingly vulnerable in the wild.

African Bush Elephant

IUCN Red List: Endangered

The African Bush Elephant is the largest land animal on Earth, found in savannas, grasslands, and woodlands across sub-Saharan Africa. Recognized by its large ears, long trunk, and impressive tusks, it lives in family groups led by a matriarch. African Bush Elephants play a vital role in shaping ecosystems by dispersing seeds, creating water access points, and modifying vegetation. Habitat loss and poaching remain major threats to their survival.

Duiker

IUCN Red List: Least Concern

A Duiker is a small to medium-sized antelope found in the forests, woodlands, and savannas of sub-Saharan Africa. The name "duiker" comes from the Afrikaans word for "diver," referring to its habit of diving into dense vegetation when threatened. Duikers feed on fruits, leaves, seeds, and sometimes insects or small animals. Shy and usually solitary, they play an important role in forest ecosystems by dispersing seeds throughout their habitat.