Eland
About
Park Name: Marky Mark
The common eland, also known as the southern eland or eland antelope, is a savannah and plains antelope found in East and Southern Africa. It is a species of the family Bovidae and genus Taurotragus.
Fun Facts
Elands are herbivorous. The majority of their diet is made up of high protein succulent leaves from flowering plants. They tend to be short-winded because they are bulky due to their massive muscles.
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Annual Cost of Care
The cost to care for this animal per year is $1,500.
Through our Adopt a Species program, you have an opportunity to provide for this animal’s needs by paying for the annual cost of care. Check out our Donate page for other ways you can give!