In this drawing lesson we’ll show you how to draw a Wildebeest in 6 easy steps. This step by step lesson progressively builds upon each previous step until you get to the final rendering of a wildebeest. Follow along with the how to draw a wildebeest drawing guide below by sketching the red portion of each of the six steps, super easy!

Before we begin the How To Draw a Wildebeest drawing lesson, here are some fun facts about wildebeests you might find interesting, especially for kids.

• Wildebeests are large antelopes native to the grasslands and savannas of Africa.
• These animals are also known as gnus, which is pronounced like “news” with a silent “g.”
• Wildebeests are famous for their annual migration, where millions travel across the Serengeti in search of fresh grass and water.
• Male wildebeests have large, curved horns that are used for defense and fighting during mating season.
• Baby wildebeests, called calves, can run alongside their mothers within minutes of being born.
• Wildebeests have a distinctive beard-like mane that extends from under the chin to the chest.
• These animals are herbivores and primarily eat grass, often grazing in large herds.
• Wildebeests can run at speeds of up to 50 miles per hour (80 kilometers per hour) when fleeing from predators.
• The migration of wildebeests helps maintain the ecosystem by fertilizing the soil and providing food for predators.
• Wildebeests have excellent hearing and sense of smell, which helps them detect danger and locate water sources in their dry habitat.

How To Draw a Wildebeest – Quick and Easy Step-by-Step Drawing Guide

Step 1: Begin by drawing the wildebeest’s nose and mouth area. Note – This step is zoomed in.

Step 2: Draw the horns and ears next.

Step 3: Now you can draw the longer hair under the wildebeest’s neck.

Step 4: Draw the top of the back and the tail next.

Step 5: Sketch in two of the legs and the underbelly.

Step 6: Finally, draw the eyes, other two legs, and full body detail.

Nice work, now that you’ve completed How To Draw a Wildebeest, considering adding some shading or coloring to make your wildebeest look realistic! Use the picture below as a guide to shade or color your easy wildebeest drawing.

Congratulations!

You did it! Congratulations on drawing a Wildebeest Your first try may not have gone as perfectly as you had hoped, but I’m sure after another attempt or two you will see a big improvement. The best way to learn how to draw a wildebeest is with practice!

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