Gerenuk Herd | Buffalo Springs | Zebra Plains On Tour

A herd of gerenuk with one showcasing their unique feeding position

The gerenuk (/ˈɡɛrɪnʊk, ɡəˈrɛnək/; Somali: garanuug; Litocranius walleri), also known as the giraffe gazelle, is a long-necked, medium-sized antelope found in parts of East Africa. The sole member of the genus Litocranius.

The gerenuk is a diurnal animal (active mainly during the day), though it typically stands or rests in shade during the noon. Foraging and feeding is the major activity throughout the day; females appear to spend longer time in feeding. The gerenuk may expose itself to rain, probably to cool its body. The social structure consists of small herds of two to six members. Herds typically comprise members of a single sex, though female herds additionally have juveniles. Some males lead a solitary life.

Fighting and travel are uncommon, possibly as a strategy to save energy for foraging. Both sexes maintain home ranges 3–6 km2 (1–2+1⁄2 sq mi) large, and might overlap. Those of males are scent-marked with preorbital gland secretions and guarded - hence these may be termed territories. The sedentary tendency of the antelope appears to increase with age.

Primarily a browser, the gerenuk feed on foliage of bushes as well as trees, shoots, herbs, flowers and fruits. It can reach higher branches and twigs better than other gazelles and antelopes by standing erect on its hindlegs and elongating its neck; this helps it reach over 2 m (6 ft 7 in) above the ground. Acacia species are eaten whenever available, while evergreen vegetation forms the diet during droughts

Filmed On Tour With Zebra Plains In Buffalo Springs National Reserve, Kenya

Special thanks to Zebra Plains

Book A Maasai Mara/Buffalo Springs Combo Safari with Zebra Plains:
Call: +254790789122
WhatsApp: +254790789122
Email: reservations@zebraplainsmara.com
Website: www.zebraplainscollection.com
#zebraplainsmoments #zebraplainscollection

Filmed in 4K UHD resolution using the the Nikon Coolpix P1000 - https://go.magik.ly/ml/t6pg/

Subscribe: https://bit.ly/30a0IRM | Merch: http://teespring.com/stores/robtheranger
Watch the newest videos: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLLkJbMHt1booI-NVZ7lZxheEp8UMFRYE

Follow Rob The Ranger:
TWITTER: http://goo.gl/U8IQGf
INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/robtheranger
BLOG: http://goo.gl/yJJ3pT
FACEBOOK: http://goo.gl/M8pnJh
STEEMIT: https://steemit.com/@robtheranger
TUMBLR: http://goo.gl/qF6sNS
TIKTOK: www.tiktok.com/@robtheranger

Watch more videos!
Lions, Lions, And More Lions: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLLkJbMHt1bpPTGnTaR798fdsHNJ7ZNGt
African Elephant (Loxodonta africana): https://.youtube.com/playlist?v=qzINZPv7PMc&list=PLLLkJbMHt1bpUo_KWtwJ3ck3Q1-xfMmkh&playnext=1
African Wild Dogs/Painted Wolves: https://youtube.com/playlist?v=DXQc_v5qjS4&list=PLLLkJbMHt1bocK9_hokQ5Z8tpEOukHJnv&playnext =1
Hippo (Hippopotamus amphibius): [https://youtube.com/playlist?v=nDgIt9QF_IM&list=PLLLkJbMHt1bqhsVIGpg5YgS4-prwujiKq&playnext=1
Most Popular: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLLkJbMHt1bpQ4T4enPPMkf_5cK26Vouw

About Rob The Ranger Wildlife Videos:
The purpose of the channel is to show what it is like to experience seeing wild animals on an African safari. Nature Documentaries are often highly edited to tell a story, wildlife safaris are not, and the idea here is to show the wildlife sightings the way they were seen. Safari tours in Africa are generally suitable for all ages and this channel can be considered an educational channel about incredible nature, some scenes in the nature videos may be more graphic than people are used to but this is the reality of nature and is what you would see if you were present on such a safari in person. Safaris in Kenya, South Africa, or any other African country are an unrivalled experience for anyone with a passion for nature, wildlife photography, and travel. Hopefully the animal videos on this channel can provide a glimpse into what the nature experience is like and encourage more people to take a wildlife safari one day. Make sure to subscribe and enable ALL notifications!
#robtheranger #gerenuk #giraffeantelope