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Which big five African animal are you? (Quiz)
The "Big Five" animals are a group of iconic large mammals that are found in Africa. Among them is the elephant, renowned for its immense size, intelligence, and fascinating family structures. The lion is the king of the savannah and symbolises strength and loyalty within its pride. Leopards are known for their elusive nature and beautiful spotted coat, making this species a rare and exciting sight. Buffalo are famous for their unpredictability and formidable stature, while the rhino's massive size and horn distinguish it from any other species. These animals are significant for their presence in African ecosystems and are focal points for conservation efforts.
Have you always felt drawn to a particular species? Or are you just curious to see if you have any shared traits? Then take our personality quiz to find out which "Big Five" species matches your inner animal spirit!
Channel your inner animal
Take our fun quiz and discover which of the “Big 5” African animals you most associate with.
Which characteristic suits you?
Which of these skills would you most like to have?
What do meal times look like?
Which of these best describes your social life?
How would you describe yourself?
When it comes to work, which of these best describes you?
What would you prefer to do on a typical Sunday afternoon?
Which sport do you like?
Lion
You are strong at need and will take charge when it’s called for, but when amongst friends you are laid back. If you’re female, you’re loyal to your family and you do a lot of the hunting. If you’re male, when you’re old enough you’ll most likely venture off to start your own pride!
The lion’s conservation status is ‘vulnerable’ with the population decreasing. Want to help change this? Interested in animal care and rehabilitation, wildlife research and conservation? Start your adventure today with African Conservation Experience and learn about the majestic lion and other African predators on the Lion Conservation Experience.
Leopard
You’re a majestic creature who can be quite shy and modest, but you also possess a dangerous side. Well-equipped in climbing, swimming and more, you’re great at blending into the surrounding environment and deadly when hunting.
Leopards are categorised as 'near threatened' due to man reducing the leopards' habitat, diminishing its prey and hunting it. Want to help change this? Interested in animal care and rehabilitation, wildlife research and conservation? Start your adventure today with African Conservation Experience and help with predator conservation on the Okavango Wilderness Project.
Elephant
Most of the time you’re a peaceful, content family person who can show great affection to others. However, you will show your strength if somebody threatens you or your loved ones.
Elephants are the largest terrestrial mammal. The elephant’s conservation status is ‘vulnerable’ with the population decreasing. Want to help change this? Interested in wildlife care and rehabilitation, wildlife research and conservation? Start your adventure today with African Conservation Experience and assist with vital research about elephants on the Okavango Wilderness Project.
Rhino
You have a stubborn streak and you’ll stand your ground in an argument! However, you also have tons of charisma and show a very friendly side once you trust others. You also enjoy a good wallow in the mud!
The black rhino is critically endangered and the white rhino is near threatened. Want to help change this? Interested in wildlife care, rehabilitation and conservation? Start your adventure today with African Conservation Experience and lend a hand with rhino conservation at The Golola Rhino Orphanage and Rehabilitation Centre.
Cape buffalo
You are the ultimate team player! You are at your best when working with others. You’re very protective of your family and friends and you like to drink (lots and lots of water). Left to your own devices you get easily rattled and might go on the attack.
Buffalo herds can number up to a thousand individuals yet the Cape buffalo’s population is decreasing due to habitat loss and diseases. Want to help change this? Interested in animal care and rehabilitation, wildlife research and conservation? Start your adventure today with African Conservation Experience and assist wildlife veterinarians with disease prevention programmes and research on the Shimongwe Wildlife Veterinary Experience.
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Which "Big Five" African animal are you: personality summary
Lion
You are strong at need and will take charge when it’s called for, but when amongst friends you are laid back. Loyalty is a key quality and you can get ferocious when protecting loved ones.
The lion’s conservation status is ‘vulnerable’ with the population decreasing. Want to help change this? Interested in animal care and rehabilitation, wildlife research and conservation? Start your adventure today with African Conservation Experience and learn about the majestic lion and other African predators on the Lion Conservation Experience.
Leopard
You’re a majestic creature who can be quite shy and modest, but you also possess a dangerous side. Well-equipped in climbing, swimming and more, you’re great at blending into the surrounding environment and deadly when hunting.
Leopards are categorised as 'near threatened' due to man reducing the leopards' habitat, diminishing its prey and hunting it. Want to help change this? Interested in animal care and rehabilitation, wildlife research and conservation? Start your adventure today with African Conservation Experience and help with predator conservation on the Okavango Wilderness Project.
Elephant
Most of the time you’re a peaceful, content family person who can show great affection to others. However, you will show your strength if somebody threatens you or your loved ones.
Elephants are the largest terrestrial mammal. The elephant’s conservation status is ‘vulnerable’ with the population decreasing. Want to help change this? Interested in wildlife care and rehabilitation, wildlife research and conservation? Start your adventure today with African Conservation Experience and assist with vital research about elephants on the Okavango Wilderness Project.
Rhino
You have a stubborn streak and you’ll stand your ground in an argument! However, you also have tons of charisma and show a very friendly side once you trust others. You also enjoy a good wallow in the mud!
The black rhino is critically endangered and the white rhino is near threatened. Want to help change this? Interested in wildlife care, rehabilitation and conservation? Start your adventure today with African Conservation Experience and lend a hand with rhino conservation at The Golola Rhino Orphanage and Rehabilitation Centre.
Buffalo
You are the ultimate team player! You are at your best when working with others. You’re very protective of your family and friends and you like to drink (lots and lots of water). Left to your own devices you get easily rattled and might go on the attack.
Buffalo herds can number up to a thousand individuals yet the Cape buffalo’s population is decreasing due to habitat loss and diseases. Want to help change this? Interested in animal care and rehabilitation, wildlife research and conservation? Start your adventure today with African Conservation Experience and assist wildlife veterinarians with disease prevention programmes and research on the Shimongwe Wildlife Veterinary Experience.
