Two subspecies, the common and defassa waterbuck are present in Kenya. Waterbuck A medium-sized antelope often found near sources of water, are known for excreting a scent that makes them unappetizing to most predators. Medium-sized herbivores Impala A medium-sized antelope often found in large herds, and known for its leaping ability. Some other places to find them are Nairobi National Park, Meru National Park, and Kora National Park. They are found in many of Kenya's basins, swamps, and areas with water. Aquatic herbivores Hippopotamus Irritable and normally cranky, are very dangerous. Giraffe Have little competition for the tender leaves of the acacia tree, their principal food. A few of these places are Aberdares National Park, Meru National Park, Samburu National Reserve, Maasai Mara, Tsavo National Park and Amboseli National Park. They can be found from the hot coastlands to the cool moorlands of the Aberdares and Mount Kenya range. Elephant Found in many different habitats in Kenya. Both species are abundant in Lake Nakuru National Park and Lewa Downs. Although there are few places to see them, they can be found at Nairobi National Park, Tsavo National Park, Masaai Mara and Aberdares National Park. Black and white rhinoceros Most black and white species are being relocated to safe places because of their endangerment, but there are still many wild rhinos roaming Kenya. They can be found in most national parks and reserves. African buffalo Known to be the most dangerous animal in Africa. It also visits Masaai Mara National Reserve in great numbers during the spring as part of the annual great migration. Wildebeest Share grazing with zebra and stay in groups, lives in places like Nairobi National Park and Amboseli National Park. Main article: List of mammals of Kenya Large plains herbivores Common eland The largest of the antelope in the savannah, lives in most national parks and reserves.
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