Do you know that the wildebeest migration Kenya happens to be classified under the new wonders of the world? The maximum number of wildebeests moves from Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park to greener pastures in Kenya’s Masai Mara national reserve from July till October.
The migration in Kenya Masai mara crosses over the Mara River where there are lots of crocodiles which prey on them. And, the best thing is that these animals are able to cross the river alive. One can find the largest population of lion in the world here in Masai Mara. Along with the wildebeest, zebras, Thomson’s gazelle and eland also migrate. They are the major migrators who try to cross the river. And, these animals are eagerly awaited for by the predators such as lions, leopards, hyenas, and cheetahs etc that get food to eat.
The wildebeest migration Kenya is endless and they keep searching for food and water and keep going through the sequence between life and death. The migration is a spectacle in itself and people really enjoy watching this. Depending upon the weather, these herds move around. Between December and February is the short dry season and between March till May is the long rains. The long dry seasons happens between June and September. Then, there is again a short rain between October and November.
When the birthing happens, the predators love it and find them as a good feast. And, when one goes on a safari during that time, one can witness lot of lions and hyenas hovering over their feast. When the birthing happens in huge numbers, the predators find themselves being overwhelmed and cannot finish the entire food so a lot of calves survive. But, when the birthing happens over a period of time, then there are more chances for the calves to perish.
The migration in Kenya Masai Mara will give an opportunity to many people to witness the beautiful scenes in life, especially, the birthing process which is incredible. In just 5 minutes of its birth, they start walking and running. It is definitely a one-time watch and everybody should witness it.