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Greater Kudu
Tragelaphus strepsiceros

LC

IUCN Red Status

Least Concern

CD

IUCN Green Status

Not Evaluated

Males: 260-700 lbs.
Females: 260 lbs. and up
Males: 40-60 inches at shoulder
Females: 40-50 inches at shoulder
Human Care: 20+ years
Wild: 7-10 years

African savanna

Fun Facts

  • Two species of kudu – Greater and Lesser.
  • They bark (similar to a rottweiler dog sound).
  • Nicknamed the “Grey Ghost of Africa” for their exceptional camoflauge.