Double-Horned Animals Found Across the World

Oct13,2025

Known for its heavy, curved double horns that meet at the center forming a “boss,” this powerful grazer is one of Africa’s most formidable wild animals.

African Buffalo (Syncerus caffer) – Africa

The spiral-twisted horns of the Addax can reach up to three feet long, perfectly adapted for desert life and symbolizing resilience amid harsh sands.

Addax Antelope (Addax nasomaculatus) – Sahara Desert

With long corkscrew-shaped double horns, the Markhor — Pakistan’s national animal — is admired for its majestic appearance and agility in rugged mountains.

Markhor (Capra falconeri) – Northern Pakistan and Afghanistan

The male Blackbuck’s spiraled twin horns make it one of the most graceful antelopes of the Indian subcontinent, revered in culture and folklore.

Blackbuck (Antilope cervicapra) – India

Its two long, spiral horns can twist up to two and a half turns, giving this antelope a regal, almost mythical look among Africa’s savannah dwellers.

Greater Kudu – Southern and Eastern Africa

The Oryx’s straight, double horns, which can reach nearly a meter in length, make it a striking desert survivor and a symbol of endurance.

Oryx (Oryx gazella) – Arabian and African Deserts