Illustrated Chobe scene — AI-generated artwork behind this national park's word search puzzle
Chobe, as a word search. 12 words drawn from its landforms, its wildlife, and the habitats inside it sit hidden in a 15×15 letter grid, running in every direction. Drag across a word to claim it, and clear the board to finish.
Words to find: ACACIA, BAOBAB, BUFFALO, CHEETAH, CHOBE, CROCODILE, ELEPHANT, FLOODPLAIN, GIRAFFE, HIPPO, HYENA, IMPALA.
Found words stay highlighted, so the grid gets easier to read as you go and the final few tend to fall quickly.
Chobe word list, defined
ACACIA/ˈækəsiə/ · noun
A tree or shrub of the genus Acacia, native to tropical and subtropical regions, often having thorns and fragrant flowers. Acacia is also used as a name for various other plants. Related: wattle, thorn tree, prickly acacia, black wattle.
BAOBAB/ˌbæoʊˈbæb/ · noun
A large tree with a thick trunk and branches that resemble a root system, native to Africa and Australia. Related: bottle tree, upside-down tree, monkey bread tree.
BUFFALO/ˈbʌfəloʊ/ · noun
A large, hooved, herbivorous mammal with a shaggy coat, native to North America. A person who lives in or near a city, especially one who is not from the countryside. Related: bison, beefalo, water buffalo, cape buffalo.
CHEETAH/tʃiːtə/ · noun
A large, fast-running cat with yellowish-brown fur and black spots, native to Africa and Asia. It is the fastest land animal, capable of reaching speeds of up to 120 km/h. Related: leopard, jaguar, lynx, cougar.
CROCODILE/krɒkədail/ · noun
A large reptile that lives in water and has a long, broad snout and powerful jaws. It is carnivorous and is found in tropical and subtropical regions around the world. Related: alligator, gator, reptile, predator.
ELEPHANT/ɛˈlɛfənt/ · noun
A large, herbivorous mammal with a long trunk, tusks, and a memory that never forgets. Elephants are found in various parts of the world, including Africa and Asia. Related: mammoth, pachyderm, beast, monster.
FLOODPLAIN/ˈflʌdpleɪn/ · noun
A flat area around a river that is formed by sediment deposited by the river. It is typically low-lying and subject to flooding. Related: plain, valley, delta, basin.
GIRAFFE/ˈɡɪrɑːf/ · noun
A tall, even-toed ungulate mammal with a long neck and legs, and a distinctive coat pattern. Related: camel, llama, alpaca, okapi.
HIPPO/hɪpoʊ/ · noun
A large, herbivorous mammal that lives in rivers and lakes in Africa, having a rounded body, short legs, and a large mouth with big teeth. Hippos are known for their distinctive grunting sounds and ability to hold their breath underwater for long periods. Related: rhinoceros, elephant, giraffe, zebra.
HYENA/haɪˈiːnə/ · noun
A carnivorous mammal of the family Hyaenidae, having a broad head, short legs, and a long, bushy tail. Hyenas are known for their scavenging behavior and distinctive laugh-like calls. Related: jackal, canine, carnivore, scavenger.
IMPALA/ɪmˈpɑːlə/ · noun
A type of antelope native to southern Africa, known for its distinctive horns and reddish-brown coat. It is a medium-sized, agile animal that inhabits grasslands and savannas. Related: antelope, deer, gazelle, pronghorn.