BusinessAugust 15, 2026
elands
EE-landz
Definition
A large species of African antelope often found in zoos or wildlife reserves.
Etymology
The word is derived from the Dutch 'eland' (meaning elk or moose), which was applied by early European settlers in Africa to these large antelopes because of their size and resemblance to deer.
In the news
The article mentions that the Bangladesh National Zoo recently imported common elands from South Africa to enhance biodiversity and attract more visitors.
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Read the full article ↗Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha (BSS)