Description

Lichtenstein’s hartebeest (Alcelaphus lichtensteinii) is a grassland antelope found in eastern and southern Africa, particularly in Zambia, Mozambique, and parts of Tanzania. Known for its elongated face and sharply angled horns, this species thrives in open woodland and savanna environments. It plays a key role in shaping the vegetation structure by grazing on tall grasses and creating pathways used by other wildlife. Lichtenstein’s hartebeests are also highly social and form herds that provide increased vigilance against predators such as lions and hyenas.

• Scientific Name: Alcelaphus lichtensteinii

• Range: Southeastern Africa (Zambia, Mozambique, Tanzania)

• Habitat: Open woodland, floodplains, grasslands

• Diet: Primarily grazers, feeding on tall grasses

• Interesting Fact: Known for their upright, “Z”-shaped horn structure