Hartebeest (Alcelaphus buselaphus)

The Hartebeest is a grassland antelope found in West Africa, East Africa and Southern Africa. It is one of the three species classified in the genus Alcelaphus.

Physical Characteristics
The Hartebeest stands almost 1.5 metres at the shoulder and weighs anywhere from 120 - 200 kilograms. Male Hartebeest are a dark brown colour while females are yellow brown. Both sexes have horns which can reach lengths up to 70 cm.