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About the Buffalo (Cape)
The Cape buffalo is a massive African bovine recognised by its heavy body, dark coat, large ears and distinctive horns that form a broad boss across the forehead. It is strongly associated with grassland, woodland and areas with reliable water and grazing. Cape buffalo are primarily grazers and usually live in herds, sometimes numbering several hundred animals. They are highly social and can be formidable when threatened, particularly when defending calves or responding to predators.
How to identify the Buffalo (Cape)
Very large, heavily built bovine with a dark brown to black coat, massive shoulders, large curved horns and a distinctive boss where the horns meet across the forehead. Older bulls often have a broad, heavily developed horn boss.
Did you know?
Cape Buffalo have an excellent memory and can be extremely dangerous when threatened, particularly when wounded or protecting calves.
Guides for spotting Buffalo (Cape)
Also known as: Buffalo, Cape Buffalo, Buffel, Kaapse Buffel
Parks where you can see the Buffalo (Cape)
Recent Buffalo (Cape) sightings
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