The Common Eland is native to 15 African countries. Sadly their rich milk, tasty meat and useful hides have made them popular ranch animals and prime hunting targets which as a result has seen their population decline significantly due to poaching and hunting.

The world’s largest antelope, the Eland can be found in East and Southern Africa. They have large majestic horns and beautiful black and white banding on their legs. Their diet consists mainly of grasses and leaves, and can conserve water by reducing their body temperature.

As human populations are growing and expanding settlements and agriculture, they are encroaching on elands' living spaces and destroying habitats and food sources.