Hi, I’m Calvin!
There are two subspecies of Bongo: Western/Lowland and Eastern/Mountain.
Bongo are the largest forest antelope in Africa.
Mountain Bongo are endangered, and their population has declined by 20% over three generations.
Bongo horns can grow up to three feet long!
Bongos have very cute and large ears, which is thought to help sharpen their hearing.
Bongo have beautiful coloring and markings, with an auburn or chestnut coat with 10–15 vertical white stripes.
You can catch Calvin in Section 5 of the Drive-Thru Safari alongside the rest of the Eastern Bongo herd!
Fast Facts
Scientific Name: Tragelaphus eurycerus isaaci
Country of Origin: Kenya
Weight: 700 lbs.
Height: 7.5 feet
Gender: Male
Age: 5
Favorite Food: Carrots
Favorite Activity: Lounging with the Eastern Bongo calves and training with his keepers
Calvin
Fun Facts
Weight: 700 lbs.
Height: 7.5 feet
Gender: Male
Age: 5
Favorite Food: Carrots