Boselaphus

/ˌbɒsɪˈlæfəs/ noun

Definition

A genus of large Indian antelopes, particularly the nilgai or blue bull, a heavy-bodied antelope with short horns.

Etymology

From Greek 'bous' (ox/cattle) and 'laphos' (perhaps related to appearance), creating a taxonomic name for ox-like antelopes. It's a scientific binomial nomenclature term.

Kelly Says

The nilgai (blue bull) in the Boselaphus genus is the largest antelope in Asia and can weigh over 300 pounds—yet it's so fast it can outrun most predators!

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