Kudu (Greater)

Mammal

Kudu (Greater) Sightings in Kruger National Park

Tragelaphus strepsiceros

Least ConcernPrey speciesOn the checklist

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About the Kudu (Greater)

The greater kudu is a large African antelope recognised by its grey-brown coat, prominent white vertical stripes and spectacular spiral horns in adult males. It is primarily a browser, feeding on leaves, shoots, flowers, fruits and other woody vegetation, although it may also graze when suitable. Greater kudu are generally found in woodland, bushveld and areas with dense cover. Females and young often live in small herds, while mature males are commonly solitary or form bachelor groups.

How to identify the Kudu (Greater)

Large antelope with a grey-brown to reddish-brown coat, white facial markings and large ears. Males have prominent spiral horns with two or more twists; females are hornless.

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