Gazelle

Gazella

Gazelles are graceful animals known for their speed and agility. They have beautiful, slender bodies and long, curved horns. Gazelles live in open grasslands and can run very fast to escape from predators.

Habitat: Grasslands

Appearance

The Gazelle has a slender, elegant build with long, thin legs designed for speed. Its coat is typically fawn to reddish-brown, starkly contrasted by a white belly and a distinctive dark stripe along its flanks. Many species also feature ringed or ridged horns.

KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassMammaliaOrderArtiodactylaFamilyBovidaeGenusGazella

Gazelle

Interesting facts

A group of gazelles is known as a 'herd' or, charmingly, a 'spring'.

Baby gazelles are called 'fawns' and can run within hours of birth!

Some gazelles stomp their feet or flick their tails to warn others of danger.

They use their excellent sense of smell to find the freshest, juiciest plants to eat.

Special abilities

Gazelle can sprint up to 97 km/h because of its powerful legs and lightweight body, helping them escape fast predators.

Gazelle has a unique 'pronking' jump, where all four feet leave the ground, which helps signal danger to predators.

Gazelle has large, expressive eyes that help them spot movement from far away across the open plains, alerting them to threats.

Measurements & details

Length: 90-150 cm
Weight: 15-75 kg
Lifespan: 10-15 years
Top Speed: 97 km/h
Litter Size: 1
Gestation: 150-180 days

Diet & Feeding

Gazelles munch on various plants like grasses, leaves, and shoots to stay healthy and energetic.

Primary Foods

grasses
leaves
shrubs
forbs
shoots
herbs

Foraging Method

Grazing

Ecological connections

eaten by

Cheetah

Acinonyx jubatus

main predator in open savannas

eaten by

Lion

Panthera leo

large predator of adult gazelles

eaten by

African Wild Dog

Lycaon pictus

targets fawns and weaker adults in packs

eats

Umbrella Thorn Acacia

Acacia tortilis

browses leaves and pods from this hardy tree

eats

Bermuda Grass

Cynodon dactylon

grazes on the plentiful shoots of this common grass

Traits

Wildlife

Step into the incredible world of wild animals and plants living freely in nature. From tiny insects to towering trees, it's all part of the wild wonders around us!

Furry

Find adorable animals covered in a cozy coat of soft fur! Their fur helps them stay warm and protected in different environments.

Social

Discover creatures that love to live and work together! These animals form groups, helping each other find food, stay safe, and raise their young.

Horned

Look for animals that proudly wear horns, which are amazing natural crowns!

Grassland

These wide-open spaces are covered in grasses, often home to grazing animals and incredible predators! Experience the vastness of the plains.

Herbivorous

Meet the peaceful munchers and grazers who find all their nourishment from plants, leaves, and fruits. They transform plant energy into life!

Diurnal

Wake up with creatures that are most active during the day! They love the sunshine for finding food, playing, and exploring.

Speedster

Discover creatures that dart, zip, and fly with incredible swiftness, making them masters of rapid movement in their habitats. They are built for speed, whether chasing prey or escaping danger.