This chilling moment unfolds as a pack of wild dogs singles out a buffalo burdened with a sizable hernia, approaching it with ominous intent until they rupture it open.
The unfortunate buffalo, afflicted with a prominent hernia, found itself isolated from the protective herd, proving defenseless against the relentless hunger of a pack of wild dogs.
Capturing this gruesome spectacle was 42-year-old Wildlife Safari Guide, Sebastian Sande Sakala, leading a game drive with guests through the Lower Zambezi National Park.
Sebastian recounts the harrowing tale to LatestSightings.com, stating, “We had embarked on a game drive, tracking the wild dogs for over an hour when we finally observed two dogs standing upright. Both fixated on the same direction, we discerned their unwavering focus on their impending meal.”
“The wild dogs pursued the herd, successfully isolating a female buffalo with a significant hernia (attributed to complications during birth). The relentless assault ensued until the buffalo succumbed. The wild dogs returned to their den that evening to rest and attend to their young, only to resume their gruesome task the following morning, ensuring the completion of their hard-earned kill.”
As the wild dogs carried out their predatory act, they attracted the presence of vultures and hyenas. By the afternoon, nothing remained of the kill, as nature’s cleanup crew swiftly consumed every trace of the carcass.