Koala (Phascolarctos cinereus) A tree-dwelling marsupial native to eastern Australia — not a bear, despite the nickname. Koalas sleep up to 20 hours a day because their eucalyptus diet is so low in energy. Not native here — this one lives at the San Diego Zoo, tucked into the classic koala nap posture in the fork of a branch. Wikipedia | iNaturalist
Klipspringer (Oreotragus oreotragus) A small African antelope built for rocky terrain — it walks on the very tips of its hooves, giving it remarkable balance on steep granite. Its coarse, hollow-shafted fur cushions it against stone and blends into the rock. Klipspringers usually pair for life, so you’ll often see them in twos like this, one keeping watch while the other feeds. Not native here — this pair lives at the San Diego Zoo. ...
River Hippopotamus (Hippopotamus amphibius) The most rotund land mammal, with adults reaching roughly 4 tons; its eyes, ears, and nostrils sit on top of the skull so it can see, hear, and breathe while the rest of the body stays submerged. Its skin is 4–6 cm thick and secretes a reddish oily substance that functions as both sunscreen and antibiotic, requiring the animal to stay wet daily to avoid drying out. ...