Facts about the Sharpe's Grysbok -- Raphicerus sharpei:

A summary of most interesting statistics (size, gestation...), amazing environmental adaptations & fascinating facts about social habits, etc.

SIZE: Shoulder height 50 cm, mass (m) 7,5 kg, (f) 8 kg.

COLOUR: A rich reddish-brown, speckled with white hairs. Underparts are lighter and there are whitish rings around the eyes.

RECORD LENGTH OF HORNS: 6.3 cm

MOST LIKE: The Cape Grysbok, but smaller and with shorter horns, also no 'false hooves' above fetlock.

HABITAT: Dry, sandy areas or rocky terrain where there is low-growing bush and grass cover of medium height.

WHERE FOUND: Kruger National Park

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WHERE FOUND:
Kruger National Park (South Africa)