Bontebok

Damaliscus pygargus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Artiodactyla · Bovidae

About

The bontebok is an antelope found in South Africa, Lesotho and Namibia. D. pygargus has two subspecies; the nominate subspecies, occurring naturally in the Fynbos and Renosterveld areas of the Western Cape, and the blesbok occurring in the Highveld.

Fun Fact

Bontebok were once extensively killed as pests, and by the early 20th century were reduced to a wild population of less than 70 individuals.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Live in the Highveld, where they eat short grasses, while bontebok are restricted to the coastal Fynbos and the Renosterveld.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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