Klipspringers live on rocky hills and kopjes, where they balance on tiny hooves. They live in pairs and are often seen on granite outcrops in the Serengeti.
Antelopes
Klipspringer
Oreotragus oreotragus
A small antelope that stands on the tips of its hooves on rocky outcrops.
Size
8-18 kg
Lifespan
10 years
Diet
Leaves, flowers and fruit.
Habitat
Rocky outcrops and cliffs.
About the klipspringer
Did you know?
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The name means "rock jumper" in Afrikaans.
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They walk on the tips of their hooves.
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Pairs stay together for life.
When to see it
Seen all year round; the best sightings depend on where you are.
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