Location: Kruger National Park, South Africa
Species:  Common Waterbuck (Kobus ellipsiprymnus)
Published: rcd
Added: 2025-12-7
Source: Stories Of The Kruger

The Common Waterbuck (Kobus ellipsiprymnus) is a familiar antelope across much of Africa, with an estimated 6,000–7,000 living in Kruger National Park. Often seen around Letaba and Olifants, they stay close to rivers, dams, and waterholes, relying heavily on water and thriving in the park’s central and northern regions.
Waterbuck are easily recognised by the distinct white ring on their rump and their rich brown coats. They are powerful swimmers and will flee into water when threatened. Predators such as lions, leop-ards, and hyenas may hunt them, though their strong musky scent often discourages attacks.
Males are territorial, using scent marking and vocal calls to defend prime feeding areas near water. This video showcases their natural behaviour in Kruger’s wild landscape.