Mammal

Cape Buffalo

Le Buffle du Cap, herbivore massif des plaines africaines, incarne la robustesse des animaux sauvages, jouant un rôle essentiel dans l’équilibre écologique des écosystèmes où ils prospèrent.

a large and powerful herbivore

"Black Death" or "Widow Maker"

The Cape Buffalo (Syncerus caffer) is a large and powerful herbivore primarily found in the grasslands, savannas, and marshes of Africa. They have large, curved horns that sweep backward, forming a protective crown around their heads. Cape Buffaloes typically live in large herds, often led by older females. They are social animals and exhibit strong bonds, especially in times of danger. While primarily herbivores, they are known for their aggressive behavior when threatened and are considered one of the most dangerous animals in Africa.

The Cape Buffalo is part of the famous “Big Five” and is also nicknamed the “Black Death” or “Widow Maker” in Southern Africa: this species is considered very dangerous because it charges and kills about 200 people each year.

Several reliable accounts recount incidents where buffalo herds forced lions to climb a tree and stay there for hours after they had killed one of the herd members! For an adult buffalo, the only worthy adversary is man (…armed with a rifle)!