NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) – An oryx antelope that had been roaming parts of Middle Tennessee was safely returned to its owners Saturday morning.
The exotic animal, native to Africa, had been spotted earlier this week in Joelton. Neighbors initially reported seeing it along Old Marrowbone Road. The unexpected sighting caused traffic delays as drivers slowed down to get a look.
Locals say they kept watch overnight after spotting the exotic animal in a field between Highway 12 and the Cumberland River.
Late Friday, locals located the oryx again. This time the animal was seen in Ashland City.
They say they found the animal in a field between Highway 12 and the Cumberland River and contacted wildlife officials and the animal’s owner.
Two men from Cheatham County told WSMV4 they kept an eye on the oryx overnight, giving it corn and water while watching from a safe distance until the owners arrived.
The antelope was safely captured by its owners early Saturday morning.
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