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Klipspringer and four-horned antelope (vulnerable)
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Klipspringer and four-horned antelope (vulnerable)
Klipspringer, Oreotragus oreotragus, and four-horned antelope, Tetracerus quadricornis (vulnerable). Lithograph by Karl Joseph Brodtmann from Heinrich Rudolf Schinzs Illustrated Natural History of Men and Animals, 1836
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Antelope Brodtmann Heinrich Karl Quadricornis Rudolf Schinz Tetracerus Vulnerable Four Horned Klipspringer Oreotragus
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This stunning lithograph, created by Karl Joseph Brodtmann for Heinrich Rudolf Schinz's Illustrated Natural History of Men and Animals in 1836, showcases two of Africa's most intriguing and vulnerable antelope species: the Klipspringer (Oreotragus oreotragus) and the Four-horned Antelope (Tetracerus quadricornis). The Klipspringer, also known as the cliff springer, is a small antelope native to southern and eastern Africa. They are well adapted to mountainous terrain, with strong, curved horns that help them navigate steep cliffs and escape predators. These agile creatures are able to leap up to 12 feet (3.6 meters) horizontally and 6 feet (1.8 meters) vertically. Despite their impressive jumping abilities, they remain vulnerable due to habitat loss and fragmentation, as well as hunting for their meat and hides. The Four-horned Antelope, also known as the saaigo or blesbok, is native to South Africa. They are easily recognizable by their distinctive pair of horns on each side of their head, giving them the appearance of having four horns. These antelope are social animals that live in herds, and they are grazers, feeding on a variety of vegetation. They are currently classified as vulnerable due to habitat loss and fragmentation, as well as hunting for their meat and hides. This beautiful lithograph not only serves as a testament to the natural history of these fascinating antelope species, but also highlights the importance of conservation efforts to protect them from extinction. Let us continue to appreciate and learn from the wonders of the natural world, while working to ensure their survival for future generations.
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