Why do zebras and wildebeest herd together?
The reason why zebra and wildebeest graze in harmony together is because they each eat different parts of the same type of grass. Because wildebeest have no natural leader, the migrating herd often splits up into smaller herds that circle the main, mega-herd, going in different directions.
How does living in a large herd help zebras and wildebeests survive?
Wildebeest are very vulnerable to predators, which is why they live in such large herds. When a predator gets near, they make an alarm call to signal the other members of the herd. Interestingly, they also stay close to zebras. Traveling in large herds is the safest way to make this journey.
Why do wildebeests form large groups when they migrate?
At this time of year, Ubuntu Migration Camp will have relocated to follow the migration and provide access to watch the wildebeest cross the Grumeti River. The herds form in huge numbers along the pools and channels of the river, which they have to cross in order to continue on their journey.
Why does the largest herd of wildebeest in the Serengeti migrate every year?
The wildebeest migrate around the Serengeti, and into the Masai Mara for the sole purpose of following the rainfall. For their calving from December – March they always begin their cycle in the Southern Serengeti area of Ndutu and follow wherever the grass is greener…
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Detroit, Michigan
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Northeast
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