Springbok
Antidorcas marsupialis
About the Springbok
The springbok (/ˈsprɪŋˌbɒk/; Antidorcas marsupialis) is a medium-sized antelope found mainly in southern and southwestern Africa. The sole member of the genus Antidorcas, this bovid was first described by the German zoologist Eberhard August Wilhelm von Zimmermann in 1780. Three subspecies are identified. A slender, long-legged antelope, the springbok reaches 71 to 86 cm (28 to 34 in) at the shoulder and weighs between 27 and 42 kg (60 and 93 lb). Both sexes have a pair of black, 35-to-50 cm...
Classification
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of the Springbok?
The scientific name of the Springbok is Antidorcas marsupialis.
How many Springbok sightings have been recorded?
5,979 observations of the Springbok have been recorded on iNaturalist.
5,979
observations on iNaturalist
