Are there any dangerous animals on Bioko Island?
Yes, but fortunately there are many fewer than there are on the mainland. Neither leopards nor forest buffalo occur on Bioko. Poisonous snakes are the only animals that pose any danger. Although we have sometimes seen these snakes, we find that most retreat rapidly from human approach and none are aggressive. We recommend wearing Wellingtons or gaitors when walking in the forest. Q: I’ve heard that car accidents are a big problem in Africa. A: Fortunately Malabo has relatively few vehicles and the city is small enough to walk from place to place. The only times we use motor vehicles are for trips to the airport and to the port city of Luba. These trips are made in vans provided by the oil companies and by the local university. If vans are not available, you may be required to ride in the back of a pick-up truck. Q: I’ve heard that AIDS is a big problem in Africa. A: AIDS is a big problem in Africa. Although the prevalence of AIDS in Equatorial Guinea remains unknown, we can assume that
