Goitered Gazelle
The Goitered Gazelle is a species of antelope native to the deserts and grasslands of Central Asia. It is known for its impressive speed, capable of reaching speeds of up to 50 miles per hour. The Goitered Gazelle is a herbivore that feeds on a variety of plants and grasses.
The Goitered Gazelle is a threatened species, with its numbers declining due to habitat loss and hunting.
Goitered Gazelle
Classification
Mammalia > Artiodactyla > Bovidae > Gazella > G. subgutturosa
Native To
Conservation Status
Average Height
2 - 2.5 feet
(0.6 - 0.8 m)
Average Weight
40 - 60 lbs
(18 - 27 kg)
Average Life Span
10 - 12 years
Gestation Period
150 - 160 days
Did You Know?
The Goitered Gazelle is named for the prominent swelling on the necks of males during the breeding season, which is caused by enlarged vocal muscles.
They are incredibly fast runners, capable of reaching speeds up to 60 miles per hour (97 km/h), making them one of the fastest land animals.
Goitered Gazelles live in the arid and semi-arid regions of Central Asia, the Middle East, and parts of China, enduring harsh desert conditions.
They are highly migratory, often traveling long distances in large herds in search of food and water.
Their diet primarily consists of grasses, herbs, and leaves, and they can survive for extended periods without drinking water by obtaining moisture from their food.
Goitered Gazelles have excellent eyesight and hearing, which help them detect predators from a distance.
They are known for their unique "stotting" behavior, a stiff-legged jump performed when alarmed, which signals their fitness to predators.
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