A herd of goats from one of the oasis farmers had wandered close to the mouth of the cave.
As we left, a herd of cows wandered into the solicitor's garden through the open gate and were shooed out again with loud cries.
As we were pitching the tents, a herd of buffalo wandered by, this time plainly visible, less than 500 yards away.
He says the signs are good, and the herd hasn't wandered far.
The herd finished drinking and wandered away through the grove of fever trees.
Most thought the herd had wandered south looking for food, or else had been driven into their territory by a neighboring tribe.
Abandoned pets hunt for food in packs while herds of cattle wander through the streets.
But now, thanks to Canadian generosity, Idaho imagination, radio technology and some elementary-school classes, a new herd of caribou is wandering the wilds near here.
The usual herds of deer and antelope are wandering the area, including between the buildings in English Village where we spend our nights.
There was a common story about how a herd had wandered into the swampy river and drowned in the mud.