Bongo

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Bongo

Tragelaphus eurycerus
One of the largest forest antelopes, the shy and reclusive bongo wears a reddish coat with white stripes for camouflage. When startled, the bongo is able to run gracefully at full speed though the thick foliage, ducking under, darting around or jumping over obstacles in its path.
Fact file:

Height: 3.5 – 4.5 ft

Weight: 460 – 890 lbs

Longevity: Up to 19 years in captivity

Habitat: Lowland and mountainous forest

Diet: Bushes, leaves grasses, flowers, bark and roots

Current Range: Central Africa