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.