The GNU is a long-tailed antelope native to the African savanna. It is also known as the wildebeest, and is one of the most common large mammals in Africa. The GNU has a long, slender neck and a distinctive black and white striped coat. Its long tail is used for balance when running and jumping. The GNU is a herbivore, and its diet consists mainly of grasses and other vegetation. It is an important part of the African ecosystem, providing food for predators such as lions and hyenas.