Taurotragus

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The list of species of Taurotragus genus

Taurotragus is a genus of large antelopes of the African savanna, commonly known as elands. It contains two species: the common eland T. oryx and the giant eland T. derbianus.

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The list of species of Taurotragus genus

Taurotragus is a genus of large antelopes of the African savanna, commonly known as elands. It contains two species: the common eland T. oryx and the giant eland T. derbianus.

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Common Eland

Taurotragus oryx

The Common eland (Taurotragus oryx) is an antelope species from East and Southern Africa. It was scientifically described by Peter Simon Pallas in 1766. The Common eland is used by humans for leather, meat, and milk, and has been domesticated in...

Giant Eland

Taurotragus derbianus

The Giant eland (Taurotragus derbianus) is the largest species of antelope. It is also called "Lord Derby's eland" in honor of Edward Smith-Stanley, 13th Earl of Derby. It was due to his efforts that the Giant eland was first introduced to England...