Cobus

/ˈkoʊbəs/ noun

Definition

A genus of African antelopes, commonly called hartebeest, characterized by their robust build and distinctive horn formations.

Etymology

From Afrikaans/Dutch 'kobus' or a similar African language root. Scientific Latin name for the genus Alcelaphus, sometimes called Cobus.

Kelly Says

Hartebeests can run at 50 mph and have hollow hooves—they're built like tanks for running on hard African ground, and their weird horn shape actually gives them better balance when they charge.

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