Here's why:
* Habitat: Buffalo (both American Bison and African Buffalo) prefer grasslands and savannas, which have ample vegetation and water sources. Deserts are characterized by extreme dryness and lack of vegetation.
* Diet: Buffalo are herbivores and need to consume a significant amount of grass and other plants. Deserts lack the abundance of vegetation needed to sustain a buffalo herd.
* Water Requirements: Buffalo need access to water regularly for drinking and cooling. Deserts are often arid with limited water sources.
While buffalo might occasionally venture into the edges of desert areas, they are not adapted to survive in the harsh conditions of a true desert environment.