It protects over 1,100 indigenous vegetation species. Several of these are endemic occurring nowhere else on earth. Table Mountain National Park is not known for wildlife; however, it is present to be experienced as part of your visit. Hartebeest, fallow deer, dassie, rock hyrax, and zebra are some of the species you might encounter. Humpback whales, Bryde’s whales, southern right whales, and killer whales, also known as orcas, can be experienced in the waters off the coast of the national park. Seals and dusky dolphins are two of the other marine species that might be seen. Birdwatching is a popular activity in the national park. There are over 250 species of birds with some of the highlights including African penguin, ostrich, and a variety of songbirds and sunbirds.