Meet Our Animals > Greater Kudu
 
Quick Facts
Native to Eastern and southern Africa
Primary Diet Leaves, flowers, fruits, tubers, shoots
Adult Weight Males: 420 to 700 pounds; Females 265 to 475 pounds
Lifespan 15 years
Status Stable

Greater Kudu

Greater Kudu are the second tallest antelope. Male greater kudu have horns that are nearly 4 feet tall with 2 1/2 inch twists. Despite their large size, kudu are accomplished jumpers, with records of heights of over 8.25 feet being cleared with ease.

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