It is estimated that there are around 100 elephants left in Eritrea, the most northerly of East Africa's elephants. The endangered African wild dog (Lycaon pictus) was previously found in Eritrea, but is now deemed extirpated from the entire country. In Gash Barka, deadly snakes like saw-scaled viper are common. Puff adder and red spitting cobra are widespread and can be found even in the highlands.In the coastal areas marine species that are common include dolphin, dugong, whale shark, turtles, marlin/swordfish, and manta ray. COUNT 5
QSN1 How many elephants are believed to be left in Eritrea? ANS1 around 100 QSN2 What type of snakes are common in Gash Barka? ANS2 deadly QSN3 Where in Eritrea can puff adder and red spitting cobra be found? ANS3 widespread QSN4 Where in Eritrea are marine species such as dolphin, turtles and manta ray found? ANS4 coastal areas QSN5 Which dog, previously found in Eritrea, is now considered extirpated from the entire country? ANS5 African wild dog (Lycaon pictus)