Species Guide > Bushbuck
Bushbuck (Tragelaphus sylvaticus)
The Bushbuck has, in average, 90 cm (up to the shoulders) and can weigh 45 kg to 75 kg, between male and female. Has a light brown fur with up to 7 white stripes perpendicular to its spine and white specks throughout the body. Only the male in this species have horns that can reach up to 40 cm, depending on the sub-species.
This beautiful African antelope is present in Several Countries and in other several habitats. It is considered to be the most dangerous medium sized antelope in Africa, with its long and pointed horns.
They are lonely animals and are always alert to the danger around them.
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