Common Eland
(Tragelaphus oryx)
Also known as the Common Eland, this is the largest antelope species in the world. Eland can be found on the open plains and savannahs of Eastern and Southern Africa. Native to 17 countries, Eland are non-territorial antelope that often form large herds of up 500 individuals, but will often split into smaller herds of males, females and juveniles. The eland has the endurance to maintain a trot indefinitely and can jump 1.5 metres high!
Gestation period:
274 days
Threats to species:
Numbers are gradually declining due to habitat loss due to human settlement.
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