Shoulder Height: 1,2 m, Mass: 150-270 kg, Gestation: About 210 days.

These gregarious animals are found in herds of up to 12. Bulls are either solitary or in groups ? 14 mature bulls have been observed in one group in the Tuli Block, Botswana. Kudu are found in well-bushed regions and in hills. Shy, timid animals, they are most adept at concealment, remaining motionless for long periods when suspicious. They Approach water carefully and are largely mobile at night. Their call is a loud bark and their sight, sense of smell and hearing are all excellent.

Compact, rounded pellets similar to those of a young giraffe.

Spoor: Longer and more pointed than that of the nyala; similar in length to the blue wildebeest, if it is a large bull, but not as splayed. 8-9 cm long.

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