If you’re looking for something worth watching for a few minutes, check out this live webcam from a waterhole in the Namib Desert in Namibia (in southwest Africa).

Yesterday, I saw four zebras and a warthog. On other occasions, I’ve spotted giraffes, hyenas, and cheetahs. Some are there just for a drink, others frolic or bathe in the water to cool off.

However, there are long periods when there are no animals in the frame — deserts are big! — so try different parts of the day. Or when it’s nighttime there. If you don’t have the patience to wait for the wildlife to make an appearance, watch this two minute highlight reel…