Migratory herds are architects of savanna landscapes
Massive migratory herds of wildebeest and zebras don't just live in savannas; they dynamically shape these grasslands, acting as vital architects of their environment.
Savannas aren't just home to migratory herds; these animals actively sculpt the very grasslands they inhabit. Africa's Great Migration, involving 1.5 million wildebeest and 200,000 zebras, covers 1,000 kilometers annually, profoundly influencing the savanna's vegetation. Their intense grazing keeps grasses short, preventing woody plants from taking over and maintaining the open landscape.
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