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Bronx Zoo Buffalo & Ungulates: Viewing Guide

A viewing guide for buffalo and ungulates at the Bronx Zoo with grazing and group behavior predictions.

1/23/2026
11 min read
Buffalo group grazing in an open field

Ungulates move with grass, shade, and hierarchy.


Viewing Tips

  • Track shade lines; groups settle where comfort is highest.
  • Watch for subtle leader cues—movement spreads from a few.
  • Scan edges of open fields; approach angles change with wind.

Grazing Patterns (Quick Guide)

Cue Likely Move
Rising heat Shift to shade bands
Breeze picks up Face into wind; tighter grouping
New animals enter Brief reshuffle; watch leaders

Tip: Shoot in bursts when the group shifts—those frames feel alive.


Lenses & Angles

  • Moderate telephoto (70–200 equiv.) for portraits.
  • Wider frames to tell group stories.
  • Slight elevation to avoid horizon clutter.

Bottom Line

Grazing behavior is predictable—use it to anticipate the next great photo.

About the Author

NYC Zoo Insider

NYC Zoo Insider

I built this guide to make your Bronx Zoo day easy, insightful, and full of wildlife moments you’ll remember.

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Bronx Zoo
Buffalo
Ungulates
Grazing

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