NILGAI

also called Bluebuck (species Boselaphus tragocamelus), Indian antelope, family Bovidae (order Artiodactyla), that ranges alone or in small groups in open plains or light forests. The name bluebuck derives from the bluish gray coat of the male; the female is reddish brown. The adult stands about 1.4 m (55 inches) at the shoulder. Both sexes have a short mane and have white on the underparts, ears, face, throat, and immediately above the hooves. The male has short, slightly curved horns and a tuft of black hair on the throat.