Habitat: Savanna woodlands and grassland
Height: 3.9’ to 4.7’ at shoulder
Weight: 420-595 lbs
Max Lifespan: 17 years
Gestation Period: 9 months
Number of Young: 1
Horns: Males and Females
Conservation Status: Least Concern
- In Heraldy, 'sable' means black, a reference to the dark colouration of mature males.
- They are most active in the early morning and late afternoon.
- It’s main predators are the lion, leopard and spotted hyena.
- Their scimitar-shaped horns are capable of killing lions and other predators.