Kobus leche is a scientific name for the southern lechwe, a species of antelope found in wetlands and marshy areas in southern Africa. Some of the synonyms for kobus leche include red lechwe, puku lechwe, southern lechwe, Nile lechwe, Kafue lechwe, and swam lechwe. These synonyms specify the geographical location where the antelope is found, such as the Nile River in Egypt or the Kafue Flats in Zambia. The red lechwe and puku lechwe are named based on their physical characteristics, with red lechwe having a reddish-brown coat and puku lechwe having a yellow coat. Regardless of their name, these antelopes are important to their ecosystems and play a crucial role in maintaining the balance of the wetland habitats they inhabit.