Tarangire is situated on the south of large open grass plains of
southern Masailand. The name Tarangire is derived from the Tarangire
River which provides permanent water for wildlife. In the dry
season, Tarangire has a high concentration of wildlife, second only
to Ngorongoro Crater. Animals found in Tarangire, include lion,
leopard, oryx, gnu and greater and lesser kudu. Also included are:
wildebeest, zebras, Thompson's gazelle, Grant's gazelle, buffalo,
elephant, impala, and eland. Over 300 species of birds are recorded
in the park. Some Eurasian migrants are found, which are present
from October - April. Tarangire is an ornithologists paradise rich
in birds of prey and an incredible diversity of fauna Vegetation:
Principal features are the grassland and flood plains which consist
of open grassland, acacia trees, rich woodland, found besides
tributaries and orchard bush. This park is symbolised by the Baobab
tree, dotted throughout the park growing in open acacia woodland.