Greater Kudu

Tragelaphus strepsiceros

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Artiodactyla · Bovidae

About

The greater kudu is a large woodland antelope, found throughout eastern and southern Africa. Despite occupying such widespread territory, they are sparsely populated in most areas due to declining habitat, deforestation, and poaching. The greater kudu is one of two species commonly known as kudu, the other being the lesser kudu, T. imberbis.

Fun Fact

Male greater kudus have the longest spiral horns of any antelope — up to 1.8 metres following the spirals — and they clear 2.5-metre fences with ease despite their 300-kg bulk.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Woodlands and savannas

Diet

Herbivore

Lifespan

7-8 years

Threats

Wildfire
Habitat Fragmentation

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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