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TIL about the nilgai or blue bull (Boselaphus tragocamelus). It is native to the Indian subcontinent, and it is the largest Asian antelope and can weigh up to 635lbs/288kg. Its name comes from Hindi: nil is blue and gai is cow. It is considered sacred by followers of Hindu.

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