TSESSEBY Meaning and
Definition
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Tessebe, also spelled as tsessebe or sassaby, refers to a large antelope species found in the grasslands and savannas of sub-Saharan Africa. Its scientific name is Damaliscus lunatus, and it belongs to the Bovidae family. The tsessebe is characterized by its medium to large size, slender body, and long legs. It typically stands between 120 and 140 centimeters tall at the shoulder, with males being slightly larger and heavier than females.
The tsessebe's fur coloration ranges from reddish-brown to fawn, with a distinct dark vertical stripe running along its sides and whitish patches on its face and chest. Both males and females possess sharp, straight horns that can grow up to 50 centimeters in length.
Tsessebes are primarily herbivorous and graze on various grasses, herbs, and shrubs, which are abundant in their preferred habitats. They are known for their agility and remarkable speed, as they can reach running speeds of up to 55 kilometers per hour when startled or pursued by predators. Their main predators include lions, leopards, hyenas, and African wild dogs.
Despite their widespread distribution, tsessebe populations have faced significant declines due to habitat loss, illegal hunting, and competition with livestock. As a result, they are classified as near threatened by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). Efforts to protect their habitats and enforce anti-poaching measures are crucial to ensure the survival of this unique and graceful antelope species.
Common Misspellings for TSESSEBY
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Etymology of TSESSEBY
The word "tsesseby" is derived from the Tswana language, which is spoken primarily in Botswana, a landlocked country in southern Africa. In Tswana, the word for the antelope species known as "tsesseby" is "tšêsebe". The English version of the word, "tsesseby", is phonetically similar to its Tswana counterpart, reflecting the translation from one language to another.
