Author Archive: Maia Wikler
Top 5 Ways to Experience Namibia
Upon gaining its independence in 1990, Namibia became one of the first countries in the world to include environmental protection in its constitution. Today, nearly half this country’s landmass is designated as national parks, communal conservancies, and private wilderness reserves….
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Secret to Giraffes’ Long Necks Revealed
When you think of giraffes, what is the first image that comes to mind? Most likely, it’s their famously long necks — an extraordinary feature that has sparked the interests of scientists for centuries, dating back to when Darwin puzzled…
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Top 7 African Safari Camps Perfect for Families
Traveling with family and little ones can seem daunting, especially abroad. We’ve done the work for you and found the best safari camps for families. From malaria-free areas to camps that allow shared accommodations with mom and dad, your trip…
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A sign of hope: Rare Western Lowland Gorilla Twins Born
At World Wildlife Fund (WWF) conservation program site in Dzanga-Sangha in the Central African Republic (CAR), researchers and environmentalists have worked to habituate and conserve Western Lowland gorillas over the past 16 years. At the end of January, the first…
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A Century-old Zebra Stripes Theory Debunked?
This post is by our newest iSafari.com contributor Maia Wikler, a Colorado College graduate with a passion for anthropology, human rights, travel and conservation. When she isn’t writing or reading she loves to be active outside and planning the next adventure. Zebras…
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