Somewhere away from all the noise, hustles and bustles of the city life, something phenomenal is happening. Great herds of wildebeests and zebra that had just arrived from the Northern Serengeti plains can be seen preparing themselves to cross the treacherous waters of the Mara river. This is none other than the greatest wildlife spectacle on earth (also known as the Greatest Wildebeest Migration) as it brings together thousands of zebra and wildebeest by their millions to migrate from Serengeti and cross over to the Masai Mara ecosystem in search of fresh water and greener pastures. The migration happens each year. It begins in July and reaches its climax between August and October.
During the crossing, this is where the real drama unfolds. The animals must plunge in the Mara river as it is the only way to cross over to the other side. The river is characterized by strong moving currents and high infestation of Nile-crocodiles that like the herds, are also on the lookout to make a living. Whilst the animals cross, some are viciously attacked and plucked from the migratory train by the famished crocodiles hiding beneath the murky waters. They are mauled and if not dead, feasted upon alive as nature’s free banquet. Those that manage to cross to the other side live to fight another day. What a vicious cycle of nature and a sight to behold!
