The giant eland is a magnificent species of antelope found in the forests and grasslands of Africa. This impressive animal has many synonyms including the Lord Derby eland, the giant derby eland, the West African eland, the Cameroonian eland, and the taurotragus derbianus gigas. The giant eland is the largest antelope in the world, with males standing up to 6 feet tall at the shoulder and weighing more than 2,000 pounds. They have impressive spiral horns that can grow up to 4 feet long. Giant elands are a majestic sight to behold in their natural habitat, and they are an important cultural symbol in many African cultures.