Interesting Facts About Various African Wildlife Species

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Learn about the unique characteristics and behaviors of different African wildlife species such as White Rhino, Sable Antelope, Gerenuk, Defassa Waterbuck, Fringe-eared Oryx, and Wilderbeest. From territorial marking to threat displays and distinct physical features like horns, each species has fascinating traits that help them thrive in their natural habitats.


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  1. White Rhino Wide lower lip Females crashes with up to 14 Adult Males Solitary Mark Territory with Feces and Urine Threat displays wiping horn on ground, head-low posture with ears back and snarl sounds Size: ________________

  2. Sable Antelope Drop to Knees for Fighting Polygynous Females have dominance hierarchy Both Sexes with horns Size _______________

  3. Gerenuk Long Neck Able to stand on rear legs and reach higher in tree than others Modified Vertebral Column Only Males have horns Grant s Gazelle Males hold territories Known for Stotting display Both Sexes have horns Size _______________

  4. Defassa Waterbuck Will enter water to escape predators Sweat Glands make unpleasant odor in its meat Only Males have horns Size _______________________

  5. Fringe-eared Oryx Long Straight Horns (both sexes); Body temp 115 Eat at night Size ____________________

  6. Wilderbeest (Gnu) Curved Inward Horns (both sexes); Run in a single file to avoid predators Always on the move looking for short grass (strictly grazers) Size ____________________

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