African buffalo
The species occurs in savannas, woodlands, and forests across sub-Saharan Africa. This topic is part of Mammals within Science & Nature. This page currently draws on 4 supporting questions, with answers and bonus facts available below.
African buffalo trivia questions
The African buffalo is native to which continent?
Answer: Africa
Bonus fact: The species occurs in savannas, woodlands, and forests across sub-Saharan Africa.
African buffalo are members of which animal family?
Answer: Bovids
Bonus fact: They are relatives of cattle, antelope, goats, and sheep.
What distinctive feature do mature male Cape buffalo develop across the bases of their horns?
Answer: A heavy fused boss
Bonus fact: The horn boss forms a thick protective shield over the forehead and becomes more pronounced with age.
Which continent is home to the African buffalo?
Answer: Africa
Bonus fact: The African buffalo, Syncerus caffer, is native to sub-Saharan Africa.