The volcanic short-grass plains of the southern Serengeti and Ndutu host the calving season — up to 500,000 wildebeest calves are born in a two-to-three-week window in February. The mineral-rich soils and fresh shoots from the short rains create the ideal nursery. Intense predator action as lions, cheetahs and hyenas target vulnerable newborns.
Connochaetes taurinus
Discover where and when to observe Wildebeest (Connochaetes taurinus) in the wild. 5 observation spots worldwide: Southern Serengeti / Ndutu (Calving Season), Masai Mara Phase (Crossings & Plains), Central Serengeti / Seronera (Northbound), Western Corridor / Grumeti River, Loliondo / Northeast Serengeti (Return South). Interactive migration map and travel tips.
