Namibia Kudu
Namibia Kudu can be identified by its very large ears, white nose stripe and spirally horns of the male. The Acacia leaves form a major part of a kudu’s diet. It will often be noticed that a kudu grazing on an acacia bush will suddenly abandon it and if they are moving downwind, will skip a number of similar bushes before eating again. This is because once grazing starts, the acacia increases the bitter tannin level in its leaves which makes it unpalatable to the grazer. At the same time the acacia also emits a gaseous windborne warning to its immediate neighbours, which in turn increase their tannin levels as a form of self-protection. Kudus are noted for their jumping abilities and 3m fences are cleared rather comfortably. Numerous motor accidents have been caused by kudu leaping across roads, especially at night. The best viewing spots for these animals are Etosha, particularly around Namutoni, Mahangu, Waterberg, Khaudom and Caprivi.
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