Mammal
Lion
The social big cat of the African savanna
Animals in Morocco
Morocco spans Atlas Mountains, Sahara edge, and Atlantic coast — Barbary macaques, gazelles, and migratory birds.
24 species in our guide are native to Morocco.
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Mammal
African Elephant
The largest land animal alive today
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Mammal
Honey Badger
The world's most fearless animal
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Mammal
Giraffe
The tallest animal on Earth
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Mammal
Pangolin
The world's only scaly mammal
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Mammal
Leopard
The stealthy, tree-climbing big cat
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Mammal
African Wild Dog
Africa's cooperative pack hunter
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Mammal
Banded Mongoose
The cobra's agile rival
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Mammal
Fennec Fox
The tiny desert fox with enormous ears
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Bird
Secretary Bird
Long-legged raptor that stamps snakes
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Mammal
Aardvark
Africa's ant-eating oddity
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Mammal
Caracal
The tufted hunter of Africa and Asia
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Mammal
Serval
Africa's long-legged pounce specialist
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Reptile
Puff Adder
Heavy African viper linked to many snakebites
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Mammal
Hippopotamus
Africa's deadliest large land mammal
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Mammal
Warthog
Africa's tusked savanna pig
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Reptile
Nile Monitor
Large African water monitor and egg predator
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Bird
White Stork
Europe's chimney-nesting messenger
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Reptile
Boomslang
Arboreal African snake with potent venom
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Bird
Ostrich
The largest and fastest bird on land
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Reptile
Nile Crocodile
Africa's largest and most formidable predator of the rivers
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Mammal
Spotted Hyena
The social, powerful hunter of the African savanna
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Amphibian
African Clawed Frog
The fully aquatic lab and pet frog
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Bird
Ibis
The long-billed wading bird of marsh and river
FAQs about animals in Morocco
What animals are native to Morocco?
Morocco is home to 24 species in our guide, including Lion, African Elephant, Honey Badger, Giraffe, Pangolin, and more. Each profile covers habitat, diet, and conservation status.
Where can I learn about wildlife in Morocco?
Browse the species below for answer-first guides with range maps, FAQs, and comparison pages. For broader context, see our Animals of Africa region page.
Are any animals in Morocco endangered?
Several species native to Morocco are listed as Vulnerable, Endangered, or Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List. Check individual profiles for current status and how to help.