| Habitat: Grasslands of India, and throughout Europe
Food: Grasses, leaves, buds, and shoots
Weight: 70-85 pounds
Fun Facts: Only the males have ringed horns spiraling
in a V at least thirty-three centimeters
above the head. Black Buck Antelopes are
one of the fastest animals on earth and
can out run any animal over long distances
reaching speeds of 45 mph. Open plains,
which allow it to move fast, are therefore
needed to protect it from predators.
The
males darken at maturity and the most
dominant male in the herd has a black
coat. White highlights the eyes, chin,
under side, and rump. Even fawns have
these markings. Few blackbucks live longer
than twelve years, and their maximum lifespan
is about sixteen years. |
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