About the African Buffalo
African buffalo may gather in large herds where grazing and water are favorable, while older bulls are sometimes found in smaller groups.
They are powerful wild animals and should never be approached on foot without the correct professional context.
Interesting facts and identification clues
- Herds provide social contact and collective vigilance.
- Buffalo regularly visit water and may spend time near wetlands.
- Horn shape changes with age and sex.
Content reviewed 28 Sep 2026
