Oryx

Scientific name: Oryx gazella

Identification: Large bodied animal. Both bulls and cows have long straight horns. Black face with white markings, long black tail.

Mass: 240 kg  /  528lbs

Shoulder height: 120 cm   /   47″

Life expectancy: 19 years

Habitat: Associated with arid landscapes. Prefers open grasslands in semi-desert areas or open dry bushveld. Feeds on short grass.

Habits: Mixed herds with the oldest bulls walking alone. Territorial bulls are very tolerant of mixed herds, sometimes even feeding with them for a couple of days. They mark their territory by working soil over with their horns.

RW: Min: 40″,  Max: 49 2/8″

SCI: Min: 88″ Rifle,  72″ Bow;  Max: 105″