Tragelaphus (Noun)
Meaning
African antelopes: kudus; bongos; nyalas; bushbucks.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The tragelaphus species are known for their striking coat patterns and impressive horns, found in various African antelopes such as kudus and nyalas.
- Tragelaphus is a genus of African antelopes that includes the bongo, nyala, and bushbuck, among others.
- The tragelaphus genus is characterized by the spiral horns and distinctive coat colors of its members, including the greater kudu.
- Tragelaphus species are generally found in dense forests or thick underbrush, such as the habitats of the bongo and the bushbuck.
- In the tragelaphus genus, the bushbuck is one of the most widely distributed species, found in a variety of habitats across sub-Saharan Africa.