Common Eland

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Scientific Name: Tragelaphus oryx

Range: Southern Africa

Habitat: Forest, savanna, shrubland, grassland

Food: Succulent plants, shrubs, grasses

The common eland is one of the largest antelopes. Despite this, it’s agile enough to jump from a standstill over an 8-foot fence. It feeds mostly at night when vegetation is moist.

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