Today’s Video by Kari and Maxene Common Eland [Taurotragus oryx] Habitat: Savanah and Plains Height:5.2 feet at shoulder Weight: Male up to 2100lb Female up to 1300lb Max Lifespan: 15 to 20 years Gestation period: 274 days Number of young: 1 Horns: Males and Females Conservation Status: Least Concern -The eland is the largest African bovid and the slowest of antelope. -Elands are herbivores -Eland rest during the heat of the day. Early morning and evening is when they eat. | Brights Zoo