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Scientific Classification
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Mammalia
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Scientific Name
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Common: Taurotragus oryx
Giant: Taurotragus derbianus
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Size
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Up to 6 ft. tall at the shoulder
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Weight
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660 – 2,200 lbs.
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Special Physical Traits
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Largest antelope species
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Life Span
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15 – 20 yrs.
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Habitat
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Grassland, savanna, woodland, deserts, etc.
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Diet
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Herbivore
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Social Lifestyle
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Herds based on age and gender
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Favorite Food Source
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Varies by season
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Predators
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Humans, lions, African wild dogs, cheetahs, hyenas
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Location
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Africa
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Conservation Status
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Common: Least Concern
Giant: Vulnerable
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