The African buffalo is the most dangerous of the 'Big Five' is?
The buffalo is an African cattle that is part of the 'Big Five of Africa'. In addition to the buffalo, delion, the African elephant, the rhino and the leopard to The Big Five. But why is he more dangerous than, for example, a lion or leopard?
It is equipped with an excellent sense of smell and can see well in the distance. They are social animals and live in herds of several females, their young and one dominant male. There is a clear hierarchy in place to ensure the health and safety of the herd. The biggest enemies of the Cape buffalo are lions, hyenas, African wild dogs and leopards. Calves in particular often fall prey to these predators.
Because the buffalo has an excellent sense of smell and vision, it is the most dangerous of the Big Five to be hunted by humans on foot. In addition, the natural behavior of these animals is difficult to study because they mainly live in densely forested areas and appear very protective (mainly during the mating season).
The buffalo is one of the few animal species that gives NO warning, and almost immediately proceeds to attack the threat. This makes him unpredictable.
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