Physical Description
This species is dark brown in color, paler in the face, and has a low, erect crest running from the crown down the back of the neck.
The round, dark ears have distinctive white edges.
General Characteristics
Length : 5 1/2 to 61/2 feet ( 1.7 to 2 meters )
Tail length : 18 – 39 inches ( 46 – 100 cm)
Weight : 500 550 lbs ( 225 – 250 kg )
Shoulder Height : 75-120 cm ( 29.5 to 47 inches )
Range : North and Central South America
Habitat : Woodland or Dense grassy habitats near water
Diet : Grasses, reeds, fruits, and other vegetation
Status : Endangered
Reason for the status : Poaching for meat , and Habitat Destruction
Gestation Period – 13 months
Lifespan – 35 years