The greater kudu is 1 of 2 subspecies: the greater and lesser. These critters sport the longest horns of all the antelope species. They are found in South Africa
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Soft, cuddly, typically quiet, and unfortunately in big demand in April, the rabbit has been entwined in our culture, the world over, for centuries. There are 29 known species of rabbits
In the 20th century, populations of the black rhinoceros declined exponentially, due to over-hunting and poaching for their horns. There were 8 subspecies of black rhino. 4 are now extinct
Hailing from India, Nepal, and eastern Pakistan, the blackbuck antelope prefers to live in semi-deserts, open woodlands, and dry deciduous forests. These critters are grazing herd animals
The yak is a close relative of the water buffalo and the American bison. These lumbering beasts inhabit the alpine
Although most goats are pretty skilled at parkour, as animals go, the markhor is not an acrobatic youngster, but rather a wild goat. There are 3 known subspecies of markhor that call
Water buffalo originally hail from southern Asia. Various species of these bovines have been distributed all over the world. Their wild numbers are bleak though and declining. Wild water buffalo
The gaur is the biggest member of the bovine family. They can be found in southern and southeastern Asia. There are 3 subspecies recognized: Indian bison, South East Asian bison, and
Contrary to popular belief, the humps of a bactrian camel don’t store water; rather, they store fat that is high in energy. This energy reserve is used when food is scarce. Not only
Being the second largest land animal on the planet, next to the African elephant, the Asian elephant is an intelligent giant found in Southeast Asia. These elephants prefer moist tropical