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Why are buffaloes considered part of the Big Five?

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Buffaloes earned their place among the Big Five because of their strength, unpredictable behavior, and historical reputation as one of Africa's most dangerous animals. Despite their appearance as grazing herbivores, buffaloes can be highly defensive when threatened.

Buffaloes earned their place among the Big Five because of their strength, unpredictable behavior, and historical reputation as one of Africa's most dangerous animals. Despite their appearance as grazing herbivores, buffaloes can be highly defensive when threatened.