Jambo 🦌 Mammals
Bushbuck
Tragelaphus sylvaticus
Photo : Hans Hillewaert, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
KrugerUncommon
Masai MaraRare
TsavoRare
Points25 and up
A shy antelope of riverine forest, with a reddish coat marked with spots and thin white stripes.
🧠 Coming soon · Jambo Tembo's AI is still learning to recognise this species: identification arrives in an upcoming app update.
Tracker tip
🎯 Look for it in the shade of big trees along rivers, often alone or in pairs.
Where to see it
Kruger : uncommon · Masai Mara : rare · Tsavo : rare
FAQ
Where can I see a bushbuck on safari?
The bushbuck lives in Kruger, Masai Mara, Tsavo. It's easiest to spot in Kruger (uncommon).
How do I recognise a bushbuck?
A shy antelope of riverine forest, with a reddish coat marked with spots and thin white stripes. Jambo Tembo's AI is still learning to recognise this species: identification arrives in an upcoming app update.