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Connochaetes taurinus ?Alternative name:
Blue Wildebeest
Common Wildebeest
Brindled Gnu

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blue_wildebeest
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Western_white-bearded_wildebeest
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wildebeest

July: Migration season in search of food. Wildebeests travel long distances in search of fresh grass.

Can be dangerous during migrations when animals are excited. Used in traditional hunting and cuisine of African peoples. Hides used for clothing and crafts. Meat valued for nutrition and taste.
Inhabits African savannas and grasslands. Known for massive migrations. Feeds on grasses and shrubs.
Stalking shooting Hunting with dogs Ambush and drive hunt
Best hunted during dry season. Consider migratory routes. Use quiet movement and camouflage.
Quick butchering and cooling. Hide can be used for crafts. Meat is dark, tender, and nutritious. Meat is tough, requires special cooking methods.
Back: Frying, braising
Thigh: Roasting, braising
Shoulder: Braising, stew
Braised Wildebeest Meat (Braising)
Meat becomes tender and rich in flavor
1. Cut meat into cubes and brown.
2. Add onions, garlic, and spices; braise for 1-2 hours.
3. Serve with vegetable side or porridge.
Wildebeest Roast (Frying)
Juicy and flavorful steak
1. Marinate meat in olive oil, garlic, and herbs.
2. Fry in pan to medium doneness.
3. Serve with mashed potatoes and vegetables.