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Common Wildebeest

Connochaetes taurinus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Mammalia ›Order: Artiodactyla ›Family: Bovidae ›Genus: Connochaetes

About

The blue wildebeest (Connochaetes taurinus), also called the common wildebeest, white-bearded wildebeest or brindled gnu, is a large antelope and one of the two species of wildebeest. It is placed in the genus Connochaetes and family Bovidae and has a close taxonomic relationship with the black wildebeest. The blue wildebeest is known to have five subspecies. This broad-shouldered antelope has a muscular, front-heavy appearance, with a distinctive robust muzzle. Young blue wildebeest are born tawny brown,...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Common Wildebeest?
The scientific name of Common Wildebeest is Connochaetes taurinus.
What is the conservation status of Common Wildebeest?
The Common Wildebeest has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Common Wildebeest belong to?
Common Wildebeest belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Common Wildebeest belong to?
Common Wildebeest belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Common Wildebeest belong to?
Common Wildebeest belongs to the class Mammalia.
What order does Common Wildebeest belong to?
Common Wildebeest belongs to the order Artiodactyla.
What family does Common Wildebeest belong to?
Common Wildebeest belongs to the family Bovidae.
What genus does Common Wildebeest belong to?
Common Wildebeest belongs to the genus Connochaetes.