Nyati

The adult Nyati horns are its characteristic feature; they have fused bases, forming a continuous bone shield referred to as a "boss." From the base, the horns diverge downwards, then smoothly curve upwards and outwards. In large bulls, the distance between the ends of the horns can reach upwards of one metre. The horns form fully when the animal reaches the age of five or six years

Nyati have few predators aside from Kubwas, and are capable of defending themselves.