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Oribi

Ourebia ourebi

Description:

Oribi grow to around 92–110 cm (36 to 43 inches) in length, with a shoulder height of 50–66 cm (20 to 26 inches) and weigh an average of 12–22 kg (26 to 49 lb). They can run at speeds of up to 40–50 km/h (25–31 mph). In captivity they have a lifespan of up to 14 years.

Habitat:

They typically inhabit open grasslands or thinly bushed country, preferring habitats with short grasses on which to graze, interspersed with tall grass which provides cover from predators and the elements. Oribi are highly water-dependent and tend to avoid steep slopes.

Notes:

Spotted this oribi while on safari in Murchison National park. I've done many safaris in Africa, but have only seen Oribi this one time.

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Dan Doucette
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Dan Doucette

Masindi, Uganda

Spotted on Dec 16, 2008
Submitted on May 16, 2011

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