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Common Eland
Tragelaphus oryx

LC

IUCN Red Status

Least Concern

NE

IUCN Green Status

Not Evaluated

Males: 800-2000 lbs.
Females: 600-1300 lbs.
Males: 4-6 feet at shoulder
Females: 4-6 feet at shoulder
Human Care: 20+ years
Wild: 15-20 years

Eastern and Southern Africa

Fun Facts

  • Genetically closely related to greater kudu.
  • Males have shorter horns than the females on average.
  • Creates clicking sound when walking.
  • Can jump 8 feet from a standing start.