Wildebeest (Connochaetes taurinus): Over 1.5 million wildebeest migrate across the Serengeti in Tanzania and the Maasai Mara in Kenya in a clockwise loop driven by rainfall and grazing needs. This annual movement, combined with zebra and gazelle herds, forms one of the largest terrestrial migrations. They face crocodile-infested river crossings, predators, and drought. Calving season sees 500,000 newborns in just a few weeks, ensuring species survival despite high predation. The herds recycle nutrients through trampling and dung, shaping the savanna ecosystem. Their movement is guided by memory, scent, and weather patterns. This relentless journey embodies the raw power and cyclical beauty of African wildlife.
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