Black Death Buffalo
What made the buffalo a carrier of death?
4.7 (15)
54 mins
Explore how buffalo became carriers of deadly diseases that reshaped ecosystems and human history. Discover the impact of these epidemics on populations, trade, and the balance between humans and nature.
Ep 1:
Meet the Black Death
Forget lions—Africa's deadliest killer is a grass-eating giant. Discover why the Cape Buffalo's brutal anatomy and fierce herd loyalty make it the continent's true apex threat.
Ep 2:
The Loner and the Lion War
Meet the Dagga Boys, solitary bulls too dangerous to trust, and witness the astonishing wars where buffalo herds turn the tables on lions, sending prides fleeing up trees.
Discussions (11)
David
Level 3 · 8 mo agoLions climbing trees to avoid beef is hilarious.
Omar
Level 7 · 7 mo ago200 kills a year is a legit stat. lions climbing trees to escape them tells you everything
Mathew
Level 9 · 8 mo agoBlack Death rep is earned.
