South Sudan’s 6 Million Antelope Migration Shatters Records

A recent aerial survey conducted in South Sudan has uncovered a remarkable migration of 6 million antelope, making it the largest migration of land mammals on the planet. This migration surpasses the well-known annual "great migration" between Tanzania and Kenya, which involves approximately 2 million wildebeest, zebra, and gazelle. , the park manager for Boma and Badingilo national parks in South Sudan, where the migration takes place, expressed astonishment at the scale of the phenomenon. He stated that the herds of antelope in South Sudan are nearly three times larger than the great migration in east Africa, making it a truly awe-inspiring sight. Despite decades of war and instability in the region, the migration in South Sudan has persisted, showcasing the resilience and adaptability of these animals. The massive scale of this migration sets a new record for the largest known movement of land mammals in the world.