Shaba. River Bank
Synopsis
Elephants in Shaba require between 80 and 160 liters of water daily, drawing large herds to the banks of the Ewaso Ngiro river.
Synopsis
The banks of the Ewaso Ngiro river are alive in mid-January. Elephants gather in large herds, drawn by the abundant water and vegetation. Adult males drink up to 320 liters daily. Nearby, Grevy’s zebras and baboons also approach to hydrate, risking encounters with Nile crocodiles lurking beneath the surface. Kirk’s dik-diks graze nervously in the underbrush, ever aware of the leopards that hunt after sunset. The scene captures the delicate balance of life in Shaba.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- See herds of over two hundred elephants at the Ewaso Ngiro.
- Find out how baboons use teamwork to gather fruit.
- Meet the elusive leopards hunting at night.
Did You Know
- Elephants need between 80 and 160 litres of water a day.
- The region is home to the largest herds of elephants in East Africa.
- Kirk's dik-diks are the smallest antelopes in Shaba, weighing around five kilos.
- Adult male elephants can drink twice the amount of water as females.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much water do adult male elephants drink daily?
Adult male elephants can drink twice the amount of water that females do, which is between 80 and 160 litres a day.
What is the habitat of Kirk's dik-diks?
Kirk's dik-diks live in the forest along the river banks of Shaba, where they nervously graze and seek protection from predators.
What attracts large herds of elephants to the Ewaso Ngiro?
The high and stable waters of the Ewaso Ngiro attract large herds of elephants, allowing them to drink and bathe.
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