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Addax

Addax nasomaculatus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Mammalia ›Order: Artiodactyla ›Family: Bovidae ›Genus: Addax

About

The addax (Addax nasomaculatus), also known as the white antelope and the screwhorn antelope, is an antelope of the genus Addax, that lives in the Sahara desert. It was first described by Henri de Blainville in 1816. As suggested by its alternative name, this pale antelope has long, twisted horns - typically 55 to 80 cm (22 to 31 in) in females and 70 to 85 cm (28 to 33 in) in males. Males stand from 105 to 115 cm (41...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Addax?
The scientific name of Addax is Addax nasomaculatus.
What is the conservation status of Addax?
The Addax has a conservation status of Critically Endangered.
What kingdom does Addax belong to?
Addax belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Addax belong to?
Addax belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Addax belong to?
Addax belongs to the class Mammalia.
What order does Addax belong to?
Addax belongs to the order Artiodactyla.
What family does Addax belong to?
Addax belongs to the family Bovidae.
What genus does Addax belong to?
Addax belongs to the genus Addax.