Tanzania Wildlife

African Buffalo

Syncerus caffer

Large, sturdy bovine often seen in herds near water; one of Africa's 'Big Five'.

African Elephant

Loxodonta africana

The largest land mammal, with tusks and a trunk; important ecosystem engineers in savanna and miombo woodland.

Black Rhinoceros

Diceros bicornis

Critically endangered browser with two horns; conservation and reintroduction projects operate in several Tanzanian areas.

Leopard

Panthera pardus

Stealthy solitary big cat, excellent climber; commonly uses rocky kopjes and woodlands for ambush hunting.

Lion

Panthera leo

A large social big-cat found in savanna and open woodland; apex predator in Tanzania's national parks.