Kudu ( Antelope )
© Greater Kudu Sneyrivier Namibia
Greater Kudu
Greater Kudu: Tragelaphus strepsciceros. Known for its spectacular, long horns!
The greater kudu is the second-tallest antelope in Africa. The short smooth coat varies in general color from grayish-fawn to grayish brown, with old bulls becoming grayer and their necks becoming darker in the breeding season. Distinctive features include a white chevron-shaped mark extending from the eyes across the upper nose and exceptionally large pink ears There are numerous white markings, including 6-10 vertical stripes across the back and down the flanks, variable white patches on the sides of the face and white on the top lip and chin. The black-tipped, bushy tail is white underneath and there are black garters on the upper legs.
Kudu Trophy
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MALE:
Horns rising from the top of the head in wide spirals with a distinct ridge along their length, diverging slightly as they slant back from the head. The spirals are normally up to 2 1/2 turns, occasionally having 3 full turns. Average horn lengths are between 40 - 57 inches.
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FEMALES:
Do not have horns.
Kudu Weight
- MALE : Approximately up to 600 LB
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FEMALE : Approximately up to 450 LB
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