Cape Grysbok

Raphicerus melanotis

A Delicate and Discreet Antelope

The Cape Grysbok, a small and enchanting antelope, calls the Western Cape of South Africa its home.

These shy and delicate creatures are characterized by their reddish-brown to grayish-brown fur, dainty size, and subtle white markings. Cape Grysboks typically stand at about 50-60 cm tall at the shoulder and weigh around 10-20 kg.

Their natural habitat consists of coastal shrublands and dense vegetation, where they use their secretive nature and excellent camouflage to avoid predators.

Cape Grysboks are primarily browsers, feeding on a variety of shrubs and plants.

Cape Grysbok

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Cape Grysbok

Raphicerus melanotis

A Delicate and Discreet Antelope

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$2,500.00

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Scientific name

Raphicerus melanotis

Mass

Adult Male: ~9–12 kg (20–26 lb) Adult Female: ~8–11 kg (18–24 lb)

About the species

A Delicate and Discreet Antelope

The Cape Grysbok, a small and enchanting antelope, calls the Western Cape of South Africa its home.

These shy and delicate creatures are characterized by their reddish-brown to grayish-brown fur, dainty size, and subtle white markings. Cape Grysboks typically stand at about 50-60 cm tall at the shoulder and weigh around 10-20 kg.

Their natural habitat consists of coastal shrublands and dense vegetation, where they use their secretive nature and excellent camouflage to avoid predators.

Cape Grysboks are primarily browsers, feeding on a variety of shrubs and plants.

Fun fact

The Cape grysbok is a small, nocturnal antelope that lives in dense shrublands of the fynbos biome. It can go long periods without drinking water, gaining most of its moisture from the plants it eats. Only males have short, straight horns.

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