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Gemsbok

Oryx gazella

Gemsbok (Oryx gazella)Common

Photo: Bernard DUPONT from FRANCE · CC BY-SA 2.0

Mammalherbivore

The gemsbok is a striking desert antelope with long, straight horns and a bold black-and-white face pattern. It thrives in the harsh, sandy landscapes of southern Africa, where its ability to go without water for long periods makes it a master of survival.

  • Its sharp horns can grow over 3 feet long.
  • Survives in deserts by getting moisture from plants.
  • Lives in herds that roam vast dry regions.
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At a glance

Classification
Mammal
Scientific name
Oryx gazella
Habitat
Desert
Regions in this directory
Africa
Diet
herbivore
Relative size
large
IUCN Red List
Least Concern (LC)
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