The waterbuck (Kobus ellipsiprymnus) is a large antelope found widely in sub-Saharan Africa. It is in the genus Kobus of the family Bovidae. It was first described by Irish naturalist William …

Waterbucks are losing their homes. Habitat loss and fragmentation are the biggest threats facing these antelopes. As people construct new roads, build settlements, and expand agriculture, …

Use and Trade Waterbuck are hunted for food and sport and are particularly susceptible due to their sedentary nature and fondness for cultivation (Spinage 2013).

The International Union for the Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources (IUCN) lists the waterbuck as of Least Concern. More specifically, the common waterbuck is listed as of Least …

Unfortunately, habitat loss and human activities have put increasing pressure on Waterbuck populations, making it critical to protect them. Their survival is not only important for …

Nov 10, 2025 · The waterbuck’s global conservation status is currently categorized as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List. While this indicates the species is not at immediate risk of …

Both the common and defassa waterbuck are decreasing in number. Poaching and hunting have dented their populations in areas where there is more rapid development, and some …

Globally, Waterbuck have been eliminated throughout much of their range from hunting (Spinage 2013), and are thought to be declining (especially Defassa Waterbuck) at a slow but significant …

WATERBUCK WATERBUCK Kobus ellipsiprymnus Conservation Status: Lower Risk / Least Concern Poaching, habitat destruction

The waterbuck is classified as a low risk, conservation dependent species by the IUCN (1996). Both the Defassa waterbuck, K. e. defassa, and the common or ellipsen waterbuck, K. e. …