Buffalo do not hunt but are formidable defenders when targeted by predators like lions. They use their strong horns and group tactics, forming defensive circles with calves in the center. Buffalo can be highly aggressive and will charge predators if provoked.

Zebras defend themselves by running at high speeds, up to 65 km/h, to evade predators. They gather in groups to confuse predators with their stripes and strong kicks. Zebras are known for their powerful kicks, which can injure or even kill lions.

Giraffes are rarely hunted due to their height and powerful legs. Lions are their main predators, but it takes a coordinated pride to bring one down. Giraffes can defend themselves with deadly kicks that can seriously injure or kill a lion.

Impalas use their speed and agility to escape predators, often running in zigzag patterns. They rely on herd behavior and keen senses for protection against lions, cheetahs, and wild dogs. Their alertness helps them avoid surprise attacks from predators.

Lions hunt in prides, with females doing most of the work, often targeting large prey like zebras and buffalo. They prefer to hunt at dawn or dusk, using teamwork to ambush. Hunting buffalo is dangerous, as these animals can fight back and even kill lions.

Gemsbok are powerful and fast antelopes that use their speed to escape predators. They are also highly defensive and will face off against lions or hyenas, using their long, straight horns as dangerous weapons. Their horns are so effective that they can even impale attacking predators if threatened.

Sable antelope are known for their aggressive defense against predators, often standing their ground rather than fleeing. They use their long, sharp, backward-curving horns to fend off lions and other threats. Sables typically live in herds, providing safety in numbers and helping them spot danger early.

Kudu rely on their excellent camouflage and ability to stay perfectly still to avoid predators. When threatened, they use their speed and agility, often making high leaps to escape lions or leopards. Their spiral horns can also be used defensively if cornered.

Bushbucks are solitary and rely on dense vegetation for camouflage to avoid predators. When startled, they sprint away in a zigzag pattern to confuse attackers like leopards or wild dogs. If cornered, they can use their sharp horns defensively.

Nyala prefer staying in thick bush areas where they can hide from predators like lions and leopards. They are cautious animals, moving slowly and freezing at the slightest sign of danger. Males may use their long, spiraling horns for defense if threatened.

Waterbucks often escape predators by fleeing into water, as they are strong swimmers. They rely on their musky odor and tough skin to deter some predators, although lions and crocodiles still pose a threat. Males may use their robust, ringed horns to fight off attackers when necessary.