Kudu
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Kudu are a type of African antelope that are found all over Africa, depending on the variety. There are two varieties of Kudu. The Lesser Kudu and the Greater Kudu. The Lessr Kudu live in Eastern Africa and Kenya and Tanzania. The Greater Kudu are found in Eastern and Southern Africa.
[change] Taxonomy
- Lesser Kudu, Tragelaphus imberbis
- Greater Kudu, Tragelaphus strepsiceros
[change] Appearence
They are a brown-grey color with white stripes that go down the center of there body. They are very fast and stealthy. For these facts their other African name is Grey Ghost. The males have tall spiraling horns. The females regularly have no horns.
[change] Grouping and Behavior
Male Kudus can be found widespread from the group, or in bachelor groups. The males don't normally have long fights over dominence. They normally prepare to fight but one stands up more lateral, making himself look larger and more of a threat. Males are only seen with females during mating season, in groups of 6-10 with their offspring. The calves grow very quickly and are usually ready to leave their mother at around six months.
- Mother Kudus usually leave the group when they are ready to give birth. They will leave the newborn out for 4-5 weeks. Then the calf will start meeting it's mother for short periods in times. At 3-4 months it will be with it's mother constantly. At 6 months the calf will be old enough and join the group as an adult.
