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Klipspringer

Oreotragus oreotragus

Taxonomy

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

About

The klipspringer (/ˈklɪpˌsprɪŋər/; Oreotragus oreotragus) is a small antelope found in eastern and southern Africa. The sole member of its genus, the klipspringer was first described by German zoologist Eberhard August Wilhelm von Zimmermann in 1783. The klipspringer is a small, sturdy antelope; it reaches 43–60 centimetres (17–23 1⁄2 inches) at the shoulder and weighs from 8 to 18 kilograms (18 to 40 pounds). The coat of the klipspringer, yellowish gray to reddish brown, acts as an...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Klipspringer?
The scientific name of Klipspringer is Oreotragus oreotragus.
What is the conservation status of Klipspringer?
The Klipspringer has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Klipspringer belong to?
Klipspringer belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Klipspringer belong to?
Klipspringer belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Klipspringer belong to?
Klipspringer belongs to the class Mammalia.
What order does Klipspringer belong to?
Klipspringer belongs to the order Artiodactyla.
What family does Klipspringer belong to?
Klipspringer belongs to the family Bovidae.
What genus does Klipspringer belong to?
Klipspringer belongs to the genus Oreotragus.