Chobe National Park

national park, Botswana

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Chobe National Park, national preserve, northern Botswana. The preserve, which acquired national park status in 1968, borders Namibia and touches Zimbabwe and Zambia, covering 4,500 square miles (11,700 square km). It is noted for its wildlife, particularly its large elephant population.

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