The Serengeti Migration: A Spectacle of Life
April 20-24, 2026
The annual migration in the Serengeti is one of nature's most spectacular events. Write an essay about the Serengeti migration. What animals participate in this migration? What challenges do they face? Why is this migration important to the ecosystem? Use at least two of the provided sources to support your discussion.
- Minimum 3 paragraphs
- Cite at least 2 sources
- Include an introduction, body paragraphs with evidence, and a conclusion
1. Serengeti Migration | National Geographic
Comprehensive overview of the Serengeti migration
https://www.nationalgeographic.com/animals/article/serengeti-migrationMLA Citation Format:
"Serengeti Migration | National Geographic." Website Name, www.nationalgeographic.com. Accessed [Date].
2. Serengeti National Park | WWF
World Wildlife Fund resource on Serengeti conservation
https://www.worldwildlife.org/places/serengetiMLA Citation Format:
"Serengeti National Park | WWF." Website Name, www.worldwildlife.org. Accessed [Date].
3. The Serengeti | Britannica
Encyclopedia article on the Serengeti ecosystem
https://www.britannica.com/place/Serengeti-PlainMLA Citation Format:
"The Serengeti | Britannica." Website Name, www.britannica.com. Accessed [Date].
4. African Wildlife Migration | Smithsonian
Educational resource on African wildlife
https://www.si.edu/spotlight/africaMLA Citation Format:
"African Wildlife Migration | Smithsonian." Website Name, www.si.edu. Accessed [Date].
5. Serengeti for Kids | Ducksters
Student-friendly overview of the Serengeti
https://www.ducksters.com/geography/africa/serengeti.phpMLA Citation Format:
"Serengeti for Kids | Ducksters." Website Name, www.ducksters.com. Accessed [Date].
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