Gemsbok
The Gemsbok (Oryx gazella) is a herbivorous mammal native to Africa and North America.
The gemsbok, or South African oryx, is a large antelope in the genus Oryx. It is endemic to the dry and barren regions of Botswana, Namibia, South Africa and Zimbabwe, mainly inhabiting the Kalahari and Namib Deserts, areas in which it is supremely adapted for survival. — Wikipedia
- Scientific name
- Oryx gazella
- Class
- Mammal
- Family / order
- Bovidae
- Diet
- Herbivore
- Habitat
- Terrestrial
- Found in
- Africa, North America
- Weight
- 188 kg
- Length
- 1.6 m
- Lifespan
- 23.8 years
- Activity
- Diurnal
- Conservation status
- Least Concern
What does a Gemsbok eat?
The gemsbok is a herbivore, feeding on plants.
How big is a Gemsbok?
The gemsbok weighs around 188 kg and measures about 1.6 m.
How long do Gemsboks live?
In the wild, the gemsbok can live up to about 23.8 years.
Where do Gemsboks live?
Gemsboks are found in Africa and North America, in terrestrial habitats.
Is the gemsbok endangered?
The gemsbok is currently listed as “Least Concern” on the IUCN Red List.