Zebras in Lake Mburo – Zebras are always on the move in the wild, searching for pasture and water, especially during the dry season when most waterholes dry up and the grass becomes scarce.
If you want to spot zebras in Lake Mburo, it is best to look near water sources or along the Zebra Track.
Zebras are black with white stripes. This has been confirmed by scientists who say that zebra embryos are black, proving that black is their main skin colour.
The zebras in Lake Mburo are believed to have come from Tanzania and later spread to Katonga Wildlife Reserve.
These animals live in large herds, but within the herd, they stay in smaller family groups. A family group is led by a dominant male and includes several females and their young.
When male zebras grow between one to three years old, they leave their family group and join bachelor herds. They stay there until they are old and strong enough to fight for females and start their own family.
Zebras are good at protecting themselves. Their strong fighting skills make it hard for predators like lions, cheetahs, hyenas, and leopards to hunt them.
When threatened, zebras form a semicircle facing the attacker, ready to defend themselves. If one is wounded, others will form a circle around it and try to drive away the predator.
Zebra families are peaceful and do not easily exclude anyone. Sometimes, they even allow humans to walk at a safe distance behind them while they are grazing.
The best time to see a large number of zebras is early in the morning when they come out to graze or drink water.
The wet season is not liked by most tourists, but it is good for those who enjoy bird watching or want to take advantage of lower prices.
During this time, the park is open mainly for photographers who want to capture the beautiful wet landscapes and wildlife.
However, animals spread across the park because of the easy access to food and water, and the roads can be slippery, making some parts hard to reach.
Lake Mburo National Park is easier to access compared to Kidepo Valley National Park, so do not miss the chance to visit it.
