Bush Hyrax live in tightly knit family units and form strong bonds. The young are often kept in creches where they play boisterously.

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Bush Hyrax live in tightly knit family units and form strong bonds. The young are often kept in creches where they play boisterously, but never stray too far from mother.

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Location: Ruaha National Park, Tanzania
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves / Alamy / Afripics
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