Dovid Cohen · Aug 2, 2026
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The kudu is a striking, spiral-horned antelope native to the African continent. Nicknamed the "grey ghost of the bush" due to its elusive nature, it is celebrated for its incredible agility, camouflage, and the massive corkscrew horns carried by the males. Africa Geographic +3 The Two Species There are two distinct species of kudu found across Africa: Needles Lodge Greater Kudu (Tragelaphus strepsiceros): One of the largest antelope species in the world. Males can weigh up to 300 kg and stand 1.5 metres tall at the shoulder. They range across Southern and Eastern Africa, commonly spotted in places like the Kruger National Park. Lesser Kudu (Tragelaphus imberbis): Much smaller, weighing up to 100 kg. They have more distinct white stripes (typically 11–14) and lack the throat mane seen on the Greater Kudu. They reside almost exclusively in the arid, thornbush savannas of East Africa (e.g., Kenya, Ethiopia, and Somalia). Ke
