Migration: Seasons

The African wildebeest migration is a 7-month journey covering over 1500 kilometers across the Serengeti, following rainfall and grass growth. Starting in April, the wildebeest move north, facing challenges like dried plains and the Mara River. By October, they return south as rains come back, revitalizing the Serengeti. The cycle continues with new calves born in February.

What triggers the start of the wildebeest migration in April?

• The movement of rain northward

• The increase in predator activity

• The birth of new calves

• The drying up of water sources

What is the main challenge the wildebeest face in August?

• Avoiding lionesses

• Finding enough food

• Crossing the Mara River

• Navigating through dense forests

How do the wildebeest manage to cross the Mara River despite the presence of crocodiles?

• They wait until nightfall to cross

• They swim individually to avoid detection

• They cross in large numbers to confuse predators

• They use a different route to avoid the river

When do the wildebeest return to the short grass plains?

• In April

• In October

• In February

• In December

What significant event occurs in February for the wildebeest?

• They face the Mara River

• They reach the northern plains

• They give birth to calves

• They begin their migration