Red-Flanked Duiker
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Red-Flanked Duiker
cephalophus rufilatus
The Red-Flanked Duiker is a small and shy antelope found in the forests of Africa. With its beautiful reddish-brown coat and white stripes, it blends perfectly into its leafy surroundings!
Habitat: Tropical forests and woodland areas in Central and West Africa
Appearance
The Red-Flanked Duiker has striking reddish-brown flanks with a dark bluish-grey back, creating a distinctive saddle pattern. It also features a bold black stripe down its face and a black muzzle. Both males and females grow short, spiky horns.
KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassMammaliaOrderArtiodactylaFamilyBovidaeGenusCephalophus
Category
MammalsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
Baby duikers are called 'kids' and are born with their eyes open!
Both male and female Red-Flanked Duikers grow tiny, sharp horns!
Duikers often freeze completely still when sensing danger to blend in!
They have a special black stripe that runs from their nose to their forehead!
Special abilities
Ability
Quick Dive Escape
Red-Flanked Duiker can 'dive' into thick vegetation because its small, wedge-shaped body helps it disappear instantly from predators.
Ability
Forest Forager
Red-Flanked Duiker has a unique ability to eat fruit fallen from trees because it follows monkeys and birds for tasty snacks.
Ability
Secret Scent Messages
Red-Flanked Duiker can leave scent messages for other duikers using glands below its eyes, helping it communicate.
Measurements & details
- Length
- 55-75 cm
- Weight
- 9-12 kg
- Lifespan
- 10-12 years
- Top Speed
- 45 km/h
- Litter Size
- 1
- Gestation
- 120 days
Diet & Feeding
These little browsers eat fruits, leaves, and fungi found on the forest floor.
Primary Foods
- Fruits
- Leaves
- Shoots
- Fungi
- Seeds
- Flowers
Foraging Method
- Foraging
Ecological connections
eaten by
Leopard
Panthera pardus
a primary predator of adult duikers.
eaten by
African Golden Cat
Caracal aurata
preys on smaller or younger duikers.
depends on
Forest Fig
Ficus exasperata
eats fallen fruits from this fig tree.
depends on
Hog Plum
Spondias mombin
relies on fruits and leaves from this tree.
Traits
Furry
Furry describes animals possessing a dense covering of soft hair or fur.
Solitary
Solitary animals live alone for most of their lives, only interacting with others for mating or parental care.
Camouflaged
Camouflaged describes organisms that possess coloring or patterns that allow them to blend into their environment.
Herbivorous
This trait characterizes organisms whose diet consists entirely or primarily of plant material.
Forest
Forest habitats are terrestrial environments dominated by dense tree cover, supporting a high diversity of plant and animal life.
Also known as
Bush Antelope
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
No special safety notes yet.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is Red-Flanked Duiker?
55-75 cm
How much does Red-Flanked Duiker weigh?
9-12 kg
How long does Red-Flanked Duiker live?
10-12 years
How fast can Red-Flanked Duiker move?
45 km/h
What does Red-Flanked Duiker eat?
These little browsers eat fruits, leaves, and fungi found on the forest floor.
Where is Red-Flanked Duiker usually found?
Tropical forests and woodland areas in Central and West Africa
How does Red-Flanked Duiker hunt?
Foraging
How many babies does Red-Flanked Duiker usually have?
1
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