Impala
The impala (Aepyceros melampus) is a herbivorous mammal native to Africa.
The impala or rooibok is a medium-sized antelope found in eastern and southern Africa. The only extant member of the genus Aepyceros, and tribe Aepycerotini, it was first described to Europeans by German zoologist Hinrich Lichtenstein in 1812. — Wikipedia
- Scientific name
- Aepyceros melampus
- Class
- Mammal
- Family / order
- Bovidae
- Diet
- Herbivore
- Habitat
- Terrestrial
- Found in
- Africa
- Weight
- 53 kg
- Length
- 1.4 m
- Lifespan
- 25.6 years
- Activity
- Diurnal
- Conservation status
- Least Concern
What does an impala eat?
The impala is a herbivore, feeding on plants.
How big is an impala?
The impala weighs around 53 kg and measures about 1.4 m.
How long do impalas live?
In the wild, the impala can live up to about 25.6 years.
Where do impalas live?
Impalas are found in Africa, in terrestrial habitats.
Is the impala endangered?
The impala is currently listed as “Least Concern” on the IUCN Red List.