Cape grysbok
A species of Grysboks and steenboks, Also known as Bokkie Scientific name : Raphicerus melanotis Genus : Grysboks and steenboks
Cape grysbok, A species of Grysboks and steenboks
Also known as:
Bokkie
Scientific name: Raphicerus melanotis
Genus: Grysboks and steenboks
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Description
It has a rough, reddish sandy coat flecked in white. The head, neck and legs are less flecked and somewhat yellowish, while the inside of the ears, eye-rings, mouth area, throat and underside are white. There is a black "bridge" to the nose and a dark scent gland in front of the eye. It stands only 21" (45–55 cm) at the shoulder and weighs slightly more than 20 pounds (8–12 kg). The short tail of the Cape grysbok measures 4 to 8 cm and is almost invisible. Males have short, sharp and straight horns about 8 cm long, which are smooth. The Cape grysbok can fluff out the fur at its rear end to make itself look bigger. 
General Info
Lifespan
10-12 years
Diet
Cape grysbok primarily sustains on a rich diet of succulent plants, including both leaves and stems. With its adaptable feeding habits, it relishes a seasonal variety of grasses, herbs, and small woody plants, meticulously balancing its nutritional intake.
Appearance
Cape grysbok is a small antelope with a slender body, covered in a short, smooth coat. Its fur is predominantly a dull golden-brown, marked with horizontal white stripes on their flanks. The males are distinguished by their straight, pointed horns. This species exhibits an unusual coloring trait: its ears bear black tips, contrasting starkly with the overall body coloration.
Behavior
Cape grysbok is primarily nocturnal, foraging in the twilight hours and utilizing its sharp hearing. It exhibits a territorial behavior, using scent markings to warn off rivals. This solitary species signals alertness through ear positioning, showcasing unique communication. Predominantly a browser, it feeds on leaves and twigs, adapting to its savanna habitat.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
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