A Waterbuck at the rivers edge
The waterbuck is the largest amongst the six species of Kobus.[2] It is a sexually dimorphic antelope, with the males nearly 7 percent taller than females and around 8 percent longer.[2] The head-and-body length is typically between 177–235 cm (70–93 in) and the average height is between 120 and 136 cm (47 and 54 in).[10] Males reach approximately 127 cm (50 in) at the shoulder, while females reach 119 cm (47 in). The waterbuck is one of the heaviest antelopes. a newborn typically weighs kg (30 lb), and growth in weight is faster in males than in females.[2] Males typically weigh 198–262 kg (437–578 lb) and females 161–214 kg (355–472 lb).[11] The tail is 22–45 cm (– in) long.[3] The waterbuck is of a robust build. The shaggy coat is reddish brown to grey, and becomes progressively darker with age. Males are darker than females.[12] Though apparently thick, the hair is sparse on the coat. The hair on the neck is, however, long and shaggy. When sexually excited, the skin of the waterbuck secretes a greasy substance with the odour of musk, giving it the name "greasy kob".[2][11] This secretion also assists in water-proofing the body when the animal dives into water.[12] The facial features include a white muzzle and light eyebrows and lighter insides of the ears. There is a cream-coloured patch (called "bib") on the throat. Waterbuck are characterised by a long neck and short, strong and black legs.[3][10] Females have two nipples.[8] Preorbital glands, foot glands and inguinal glands are absent
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