Eland

The common eland is one of the world’s largest antelope, native to eastern and southern Africa. Males are much larger, often 880–2,200 pounds, while females commonly weigh about 660–1,300 pounds; both sexes may stand 4–5.5 feet at the shoulder. Eland are fawn to tan with faint vertical striping, a shoulder hump, heavy dewlap, and spiral horns in both sexes, with males heavier and more massive. They are calm, adaptable browsers and grazers suited to savanna, steppe, and light woodland. Eland became established in U.S. zoos, safari parks, and exotic ranches during the mid-to-late 20th century, particularly after the growth of Texas exotic ranching. (Animal Diversity Web)