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About the Rock Antelope
A small, compact antelope specialized for life among rocky hills, cliffs, and koppies. Klipspringers have thick, rubbery hoof pads that provide exceptional grip on steep rock surfaces. They usually live in monogamous pairs or small family groups and feed mainly on leaves, flowers, and other vegetation. They are territorial, alert, and often remain close to rocky escape terrain.
How to identify the Rock Antelope
Small, compact antelope with a short neck, large ears, thick dark nose, and distinctive rubbery hoof pads adapted for climbing rocky terrain. Often seen standing on rocky outcrops or moving effortlessly across steep koppies.
Did you know?
Klipspringers can stand and move on remarkably steep rock surfaces because their small, cylindrical hoof pads act almost like rubber grips, giving them exceptional traction on cliffs and rocky slopes.
Also known as: Klipspringer
Parks where you can see the Rock Antelope
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