The Great Migration North to South by taffy

The Great Migration North to South

First, thank you so much for your wonderful remarks about my two posts thus far. I'm responding as a I can but realistically will remain behind until our return mid-month.
This post is from the Ndutu area near the Serengetti where we are staying in a tent camp for three nights. The highlight of this area is the wildebeest return from the northern Serengetti for calving season. This migration is in contrast to the one you often see in photos of wildebeest crossing a huge river, jumping over one another with crocodiles waiting for the pick. That happens in March through July (about). This one is more subtle but just as imposing -- across the plains we are seeing thousands of wildebeest, many forming lines as far as the eye can see as they march south. There are also thousands who appear to be hanging out along the way and playing or resting. When the calves are born and their spring comes, this entire population disappears north leaving the vast plains feeling fairly empty in contrast (but still lots of other wildlife).
And just as an aside, in addition to these we spent this morning watching cheetah, a pride of lions, giraffes, etc. It's all otherworldly compared to Chicago!
What an absolutely awesome trip you are having. This photo is quite amazing and, as you say, a different take on the Wildebeest migration from the one normally portrayed.
January 5th, 2019  
Just amazing! Don't worry about keeping up, we will enjoy your photos regardless. I can't wait to see more.
January 5th, 2019  
It sounds like a wonderful experience, enjoy :)
January 5th, 2019  
So exciting! I'm enjoying your trip from the comfort of my armchair
January 5th, 2019  
Wow this must be awe inspiring Taffy! What wonderful sights you are seeing! Feeling very tempted- any insects so far? Lol!
January 5th, 2019  

Truly amazing images you are capturing! Another layered shot that has a whole layer of animals, and the dust they kick up and the sheer numbers makes us feel the power of their presence. I couldn't help but laugh a your tag about dust on everything!
January 5th, 2019  
You must be very pleased that you are seeing and capturing such great scenes. It makes me feel even more excited when I think that I will be in the Masai Mara very soon. To me, it's a dream come true and I am really enjoying your photos. Fav
January 5th, 2019  
This sounds absolutely amazing, what an adventure you are having! At first I thought these guys were running straight at you, but I realise they are moving away. What a tremendous sight.
January 5th, 2019  
I’m so in awe of these experiences you are having - what a trip of a lifetime! I know you will continually soak up every moment you are able. The power is felt so clearly - I can almost hear the roar!
January 5th, 2019  
A fabulous capture of this wonderful experience, fav!
January 5th, 2019  
Sounds wonderful
January 5th, 2019  
Oh wonderful - brings back so many memories of our safaris. Just my absolute favourite place to be. Have a wonderful, wonderful time and this is just lovely.
January 5th, 2019  
Truly amazing image I can’t image what it was like standing there! What a once in a lifetime trip you are having - glad you are bring us along
January 5th, 2019  
Wow. Great African image.
January 5th, 2019  
The focus here is just perfect
January 5th, 2019  
great to see, wonderful capture.
January 5th, 2019  
Wow.. amazing to be in amongst all that.. look forward to more shots..
January 5th, 2019  
Wow! What a dramatic and beautiful capture.
January 5th, 2019  
Wow how cool is this
January 5th, 2019  
Such a terrific capture...great perspective
January 5th, 2019  
Such amazing sight ! fav
January 5th, 2019  
It is such an amazing sight to see hundreds of animals migrating.. You actually have to see it to believe it I think fav
January 5th, 2019  
really interesting, fascinating trip you are recording
January 5th, 2019  
Lovely image, I found the number of zebra and wildebeest in Serengeti quite overwhelming when I was there
January 5th, 2019  
I read your narrative with great interest then went back and studied the image with much more understanding of the context. Fascinating stuff Taffy.
January 5th, 2019  
Impressive. Hope you continue to have a most spectacular time.
January 5th, 2019  
What an experience you're having. I'm totally envious.
January 5th, 2019  
Wow! Too many to even th8nk of counting
January 6th, 2019  
Wonderful trees too
January 6th, 2019  
Wonderful image. Love the DOF. fav
January 6th, 2019  
Great shot, Taffy. Will you be treating us to the croc version too?
January 6th, 2019  
Such the thundering herds! Lovely to see them departing in the dust.
January 6th, 2019  
A fabulous image - what a sight to see. Your safari sounds amazing. :)
January 6th, 2019  
Fantastic shot and sounds a fantastic holiday! Fav
January 6th, 2019  
Fabulous
January 6th, 2019  
great shot
January 6th, 2019  
Well caught.
January 7th, 2019  
@stray_shooter I wish I were going to see the river crossing, but that doesn't happen till after calving when they return to the northern Serengeti in March. We're now in the Serengeti and they haven't quite arrived here yet in droves, but we know they are on their way!
January 7th, 2019  
So exciting!
January 9th, 2019  
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