Common Wildebeest
Connochaetes taurinus
About the Common Wildebeest
The blue wildebeest (Connochaetes taurinus), also called the common wildebeest, white-bearded wildebeest or brindled gnu, is a large antelope and one of the two species of wildebeest. It is placed in the genus Connochaetes and family Bovidae and has a close taxonomic relationship with the black wildebeest. The blue wildebeest is known to have five subspecies. This broad-shouldered antelope has a muscular, front-heavy appearance, with a distinctive robust muzzle. Young blue wildebeest are born tawny brown,...
Key Facts
- Well-known species with 12,358 recorded observations.
Classification
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of the Common Wildebeest?
The scientific name of the Common Wildebeest is Connochaetes taurinus.
How many Common Wildebeest sightings have been recorded?
12,358 observations of the Common Wildebeest have been recorded on iNaturalist.
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