Mapaballo Borotho

- American millionaire hunter Asher Watkins was killed by a charging Cape buffalo during a hunting expedition in Limpopo.
- The incident occurred while he was tracking the animal with a professional hunter.
- The Cape buffalo, known as the “Black Death,” is one of the most dangerous game animals in Africa.
The Limpopo Department of Economic Development, Environment, and Tourism has expressed deep sadness following the death of American millionaire and trophy hunter, Asher Watkins.
Watkins, originally from Texas, was killed during a hunting expedition on Sunday in the Bambisana hunting concession.
He was tracking a 1.3-tonne Cape buffalo alongside a professional hunter when the animal suddenly charged at a speed of 56 km/h, fatally wounding him.
Known as the “Black Death,” the Cape buffalo is infamous for its aggression and lethal attacks.
According to the department, these animals are capable of tracking hunters for up to three days, making them one of the most dangerous game species in Africa.
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