BUFFALO
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Buffalo is a Robimal who can pause and take time to wait for others.
Meet a Real Buffalo
Cool Facts:
Buffalo are enormous and impressive herbivores with thick horns that curve upwards.
They have a keen sense of smell and can detect delicious water and food from far away.
Despite their size, buffalo are surprisingly good swimmers and can easily cross rivers and lakes to explore new areas.
Where They Live:
There are two main types of buffalo: the African buffalo and the Water buffalo. African buffalo live on the vast savannas and grasslands of Africa, while Water buffalo prefer marshy areas and wetlands in Asia, where they can cool off and find plenty of plants to munch on.
Where They Sleep:
Buffalo sleep at night, often gathered together in large herds for comfort and safety. They lie down on their bellies to rest, peacefully chewing their cud (partially digested food) while they slumber.
Home Life and Social:
Buffalo are very social creatures and live in large herds with females, young calves (baby buffalo), and other males. These herds are often led by a wise and experienced female who keeps the group organized and helps them find the best grazing spots. They communicate with each other through low moos, snorts, and body language.
Friendships:
While buffalo live in herds, they don't form deep friendships in the traditional sense. However, they do interact and cooperate with each other, especially when looking for food or exploring their environment. Younger buffalo sometimes engage in playful fights, pushing and shoving each other with their horns to practice their strength and establish their place within the herd.
What They Do for Fun:
Buffalo spend most of their days grazing on grass, leaves, and other delicious plants. They also enjoy wallowing in mud to cool off and keep themselves pest-free. Younger buffalo love to play, chasing each other, rolling in the dirt, and practicing their head-butts with other calves.
Size of the Animal:
Buffalo are massive animals! Depending on the species, they can weigh up to a ton and stand over 6 feet tall at the shoulder. Their horns can also be incredibly large and impressive, sometimes reaching several feet in length.
Power Level:
Buffalo are incredibly strong! Their powerful muscles allow them to push over trees and other obstacles to reach tasty treats and explore their surroundings.
Life Span:
In the wild, buffalo typically live for 15-20 years. Threats from the environment and competition for food can affect their lifespan. In captivity, with good care and plenty of food to munch on, they can live even longer, reaching up to 30 years old.
First Known to Humans:
Fossil records show buffalo have been around for millions of years. Early humans likely encountered buffalo very early on, as these animals were widespread across Africa and Asia.
