Tuesday, November 6, 2012

Common Eland- Masai Mara Kenya

The Common Eland (Taurotragus oryx), averaging between 500 - 600 kg, is the second largest antelope- after it's big cousin the Giant Eland (central & western Africa) which can attain 750kg. Despite their weight, eland are some of the best jumpers- clearing 2.1m (7ft) with ease.

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