



Litocranius walleri
The gerenuk is a tall, graceful antelope that can stand on its hind legs to reach high leaves. With its long neck and big eyes, it looks very special in the wild!
生息地: Savannas
The gerenuk is a slender antelope distinguished by its remarkably long neck and thin legs. It has a reddish-brown coat with lighter undersides and a distinct white ring around its large eyes. Males possess short, sturdy, ringed horns.




カテゴリ
哺乳類レア度
Common
危険度
2/5 · 低い
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Gerenuk babies hide for weeks after birth, camouflaged by their spots!
Gerenuk males rub scent from glands onto twigs to mark their territory for rivals!
Its name means 'long-necked' in Somali, perfectly describing this unique antelope!
Unlike most antelope, gerenuks rarely graze on grass; they are specialized browsers!
Gerenuks can stand on their hind legs to reach high branches, supported by strong leg muscles.
Their extra-long neck helps them access leaves and twigs other browsers simply can't reach.
Gerenuks stay hydrated by eating succulent plants, rarely needing to drink any water.
A long, agile tongue and pointed muzzle let them precisely pick leaves and thorns.
These unique antelopes are expert browsers, munching on leaves, shoots, and flowers from shrubs.
Panthera leo
Gerenuks are a prey animal for the mighty African lion.
Panthera pardus
Leopards are ambush predators that hunt gerenuks.
Acinonyx jubatus
Cheetahs prey on gerenuks, using their speed.
Acacia tortilis
Gerenuks frequently browse on the leaves and shoots of acacia trees.
まだ別名はありません。
危険度
2/5 · 低い
Always watch animals from a safe distance and never try to touch or feed them.
140-160 cm
29-52 kg
8-12 年
60 km/h
These unique antelopes are expert browsers, munching on leaves, shoots, and flowers from shrubs.
Savannas
Foraging
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