Hartebeest - Wikipedia The hartebeest ( ˈ h ɑːr t ə ˌ b iː s t ; [3] Alcelaphus buselaphus), also known as kongoni or kaama, is an African antelope It is the only member of the genus Alcelaphus Eight subspecies have been described, including two sometimes considered to be independent species A large antelope, the hartebeest stands just over 1 m (3 ft 3 in
Hartebeest - African Wildlife Foundation The hartebeest is a large, fawn-colored antelope Their most distinctive characteristics are a steeply sloping back, long legs, and elongated snout Despite their ungainly appearance, they are as elegant, if not more than, other antelopes
Hartebeest | African Antelope, Adaptable Mammal | Britannica hartebeest, (Alcelaphus buselaphus), large African antelope (family Bovidae) with an elongated head, unusual bracket-shaped horns, and high forequarters sloping to lower hindquarters—a trait of the tribe Alcelaphini, which also includes wildebeests, the topi, and the blesbok
Hartebeest - Facts, Diet, Habitat Pictures on Animalia. bio The hartebeest (Alcelaphus buselaphus) is an African antelope It is the only member of the genus Alcelaphus Hartebeest are gregarious animals They are very alert and non-aggressive Hartebeest were formerly widespread in Africa, but populations have undergone a drastic decline due to various factors
Hartebeest Animal Facts - Alcelaphus buselaphus - A-Z Animals Hartebeest is a large antelope species native to the African continent It lives in open grasslands, sparsely wooded areas, and savannas Although once widespread across Africa, the antelope’s population has been on a decline due to habitat destruction and other human activities
ADW: Alcelaphus buselaphus: INFORMATION The hartebeest is a large ungulate ranging from 1 5 m to 2 45 m in length Its tail is 300 to 700 mm and shoulder height is 1 1 to 1 5 m It is characterized by a steeply sloping back, long legs, large glands below the eyes, a tufted tail, and a long, narrow rostrum
The Hartebeest: An Overview of This Unique African Antelope The hartebeest, also known as Alcelaphus buselaphus, is a fascinating African antelope species that is often overshadowed by its more popular relatives such as the lion and elephant Nevertheless, the hartebeest is a remarkable creature that deserves our attention and admiration
Hartebeest - African Antelope Facts and Info The hartebeest is a big African antelope, scientifically known as Alcelaphus buselaphus It’s also called kongoni in some parts of Africa This African antelope lives in grasslands and open areas These animals move around in groups called herds They eat grass and are known for their funny-looking faces
Bubal hartebeest - Wikipedia The bubal hartebeest, also known as northern hartebeest or bubal antelope or simply bubal (Alcelaphus buselaphus buselaphus) is the extinct nominal (i e , first described) subspecies of hartebeest It was formerly found north of the Saharan Desert
Hartebeest | Animal Kingdom The Hartebeest, an elegant African antelope, roams the savannas with its distinctive appearance, captivating grace, and crucial role in the ecosystem