Sitatunga

The Sitatunga (Tragelaphus spekeii) is a swamp-dwelling antelope found throughout Central Africa centering on the Democratic Republic of the Congo, in Botswana and in Zambia.

Sitatunga stand about one and a half metres at the shoulder. Sitatunga have a water-proof coat which is dark brown in males and reddish brown in females. Both sexes have white stripes and spots as well as white splotches on their faces. Their hooves are long and thin to deal with the Sitatunga's swampy habitat. Males have a mane as well as horns, which are twisted and can reach almost a metre in length.

Sitatunga live in papyrus swamps and are very good swimmers. They are crepuscular although they are also somewhat active at night and day. Sitatunga are mostly solitary.

External links

• African Wildlife Fund