Eritrean Gazelle
Eudorcas tilonura
Very high risk of extinction
Source: IUCN Red List
About the Eritrean Gazelle
Heuglin's gazelle or Eritrean gazelle (Eudorcas tilonura) is a species of gazelle found east of the river Nile in Sudan, Eritrea and Ethiopia.
Key Facts
- Endangered - this species needs our protection.
- Rarely spotted - fewer than 100 recorded observations!
Classification
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of the Eritrean Gazelle?
The scientific name of the Eritrean Gazelle is Eudorcas tilonura.
Is the Eritrean Gazelle endangered?
The Eritrean Gazelle is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List.
How many Eritrean Gazelle sightings have been recorded?
3 observations of the Eritrean Gazelle have been recorded on iNaturalist.
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