Often hailed as one of the wonders of the natural world, Africa's great wildebeest migration is an incredible event to witness. Every year, between 1.5 and two million or more wildebeest — along with ...

The annual migration of this awkward-looking antelope through Kenya and Tanzania drives a complex circle of life. Wildebeests plunge down a steep bank along the Mara River during their quest for water ...

Scientists have finally unlocked the secret to the legendary long-distance trekking ability of the wildebeest - and its all in the muscle fibres. A study shows their muscles are two-and-a-half times ...

This column is part of a series where Verge staffers post highly subjective reviews of animals. Up until now, we’ve written about animals without telling you whether they suck or rule. We are now ...

In the 1960s, ecologist Tony Sinclair made a breakthrough discovery when he observed a huge population surge of wildebeest in the Serengeti. He found that the wildebeest were the key to keeping the ...

Wildebeest, also known as gnu, are large muscular antelopes that weigh 120-300kg. They have a large head, a robust muzzle and impressive horns that grow upwards and curve inwards. Their short hair is ...