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Red Hartebeest

Alcelaphus buselaphus

Photo by Smith Zoo
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Field Notes

Description:

The average weight of a male is about 150 kg, and female is 120 kg. Their average shoulder height is 135 cm, and horns are 60 cm long. The life expectancy of a red hartebeest is around 19 years.

Habitat:

Found in the semi-dessert area of the Tankwa National Park.

Notes:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tankwa_Karoo_National_Park

Reference Links:

Red hartebeest

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