Nilgai
The Nilgai (Boselaphus tragocamelus) is a herbivorous mammal.
The nilgai is the largest antelope of Asia, and is ubiquitous across the northern Indian subcontinent. It is the sole member of the genus Boselaphus, which was first scientifically described by Peter Simon Pallas in 1766. — Wikipedia
- Scientific name
- Boselaphus tragocamelus
- Class
- Mammal
- Family / order
- Bovidae
- Diet
- Herbivore
- Habitat
- Terrestrial
- Weight
- 182 kg
- Length
- 2.0 m
- Lifespan
- 21.7 years
- Conservation status
- Least Concern
What does a Nilgai eat?
The nilgai is a herbivore, feeding on plants.
How big is a Nilgai?
The nilgai weighs around 182 kg and measures about 2.0 m.
How long do Nilgais live?
In the wild, the nilgai can live up to about 21.7 years.
Is the nilgai endangered?
The nilgai is currently listed as “Least Concern” on the IUCN Red List.