Cape buffalo is known as a one of the "Big Five in Africa" with Lions, Leopard, Rhino and Elephant
Cape buffalo are known to kill lions, and can seek out and
kill lion cubs — preventative punishment.
A buffalo is powerful animal, according to research by Dr.
John Conde — he tested their pulling strength. This explains why they are able
to tip a motorcar.”
A full grown buffalo can weigh upto 600 kgs, its triple than
Male Lion
The adult buffalo's horns are its characteristic
feature; they have fused bases, forming a continuous bone shield across the top
of the head referred to as a "boss".
Cape buffalo are widely regarded as very dangerous
animals, as according to some estimates they gore and kill over 200 Masai
People every year , thayswhy they known as "Widow Maker"
Cape buffalo have exceptional memories. They have been
known to attack people that have harmed them even years after the event.
They are reported to kill more hunters in Africa than
any other animal. They are known to ambush hunters that have wounded or injured
them.
Buffalo are capable swimmers and often cross deep water in
search of better grazing
The hide on a bull buffalo’s neck is as thick as 2 inches in
places, which protects it during battles with other bulls for dominance.”
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