Gemsbok

Description


It has a fawn brown coat with a white belly,a black mane &tail and white markings on it’s head.It’s horns grows straight and over a metre long.


Habitat


The Gemsbok lives in the semi-desert grasslands of the southern half of Africa.


Eating Habits


Only grass and fruit.It does not eat meat.


Interesting Facts


The Gemsbok also has a number of special features that helps it to conserve water.They survive by getting water from fruits and vegetables and can withstand temperatures ranging up to 45 degrees Celsius . They spend most of the day inactive and in the shade.


By Mareli