The Judge, as he is known by the guides and trackers of Djuma Game Reserve, is one of the best known buffalo characters in this region of the Sabi Sands.

The name, the Judge, given to this Cape Buffalo for his stern severe attitude, additionally his broken horns resembling a magistrate wig also contributed to this reference. His estimated age is well over 20 years.

The Judge is also referred to as a dagga boy. This term is used when a group of buffalo, who have grown to old to follow the breeding herds, congregate together.

The Judge is a calm curious buffalo with a intelligent gaze. He has often been known to decorate himself with leaves and grass and is seen in dagga boy groups or solitary.