Average Mass:
145 kg (320 lb)

Average Shoulder Height:
140 cm (55")

Rowland Ward:
57.15 cm (22 1/2")

SCI:
60 Points

Track: 79mm (3 1/8") x 48mm (1 7/8")

Restricted to Burkina, northern Cameroon, Central African Republic, northern Ghana, northern Ivory Coast, northern Nigeria and Senegal east.

Categorical-discrete (CD) distribution model

Prefers open plains such as grass plains and frequently venturing far from water sources.

The hartebeest, like many antelope, is primarily diurnal, grazing in the early morning and late afternoon, and resting in a shaded area during the hottest part of the day.  During feeding periods, a sentry watches for potential sources of danger, and can often be seen standing on a termite mound in order to increase the range of visibility.  When fleeing, the herd runs in single file, and can reach speeds of up to 80 kmph / 48 mph.  At 3-4 years of age, males attempt to hold a territory.  Marked with dung piles, these defended regions average 31 hectares in area, and are generally taken over by another male after 4-5 years.  Females and males alike are generally non-aggressive, although both sexes will fight vigorously in defense of their offspring or territory.  Population densities average 1.4 animals per square kilometer.