| Average Mass |
600 – 700 kg |
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| Rowland Ward Minimum Measurement |
42″ |
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| Record Measurement |
64″ |
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| Distribution |
Once widely distributed in southern Africa, the Buffalo is now restricted to the northern and eastern parts of the region. It has however been introduced to several nature reserves and game farms. |
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| Habitat |
The Buffalo has a fairly wide habitat tolerence but requires areas with abundant grass, water and cover. It shows a preference for open woodland savanna and will utilize open grassland as long as it has access to cover. |
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| Food |
Predominantly grazers but Buffalo also occasionally browse. |
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| Recommended Minimum Caliber |
.375 H&H |
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| Bullets |
Solids or Barnes-X 300gr or Swift A-frame |
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| Hunting Tips |
Thick skinned, tough, accurate shot placement very important. Dangerous when wounded. Normally shot at close range, under 75m. |
