Common Eland
Tragelaphus oryx
Points
25
per confirmed sighting
MammalConservation status: Least ConcernRare to spot
mammals • Bovidae
Common Eland.
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Tragelaphus oryx
Category
mammals
Family
Bovidae
Size
Body mass: approximately 570 kg (EltonTraits).
Points
25 pts
A closer look
Field notes for spotting, identifying and understanding common eland in its natural range.
Overview
How to identify it
Habitat
EltonTraits foraging-stratum classification: ground-dwelling/terrestrial (including aquatic ground-associated coding).
Diet
EltonTraits diet profile: other plant material 70%; fruit 30%.
Behaviour
When to look
EltonTraits activity classification: crepuscular and diurnal.
Where to see it
South Africa
Namibia
Botswana
Zimbabwe
Zambia
Mozambique
Eswatini
Lesotho
Malawi
AngolaSafety and etiquette
Observe from a safe distance and never handle or feed wildlife.
Verification and sources
1500 verified species across ten Southern African countries. Spotted an error? Tell us through community guidelines.