Okavango Delta 
Carmine bee-eaters in Botswana's Okavango Delta. 
 
The Okavango Delta is the world's second largest wetland – it spans four countries and supports over 150,000 people. Join our scientists in exploring its unique diversity.
Botswana 
 
Get the facts. Know who, when, where, and why we're here.
 
Follow our correspondents as they recount their experiences day by day in the Okavango Delta.
 
Learn about the region our scientists are studying and explore our interactive map of the survey areas.
 
Get to know the people and organizations particpating in this expedition.
 
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