Sömmerring's Gazelle

Nanger soemmerringii

Conservation Status

Vulnerable

Mammalia · Artiodactyla · Bovidae

About

Soemmerring's gazelle, also known as the Abyssinian mohr, is a gazelle species native to the Horn of Africa. The species was first described and given its scientific name by German physician Philipp Jakob Cretzschmar in 1828. Three subspecies are recognized. It is possibly no longer present in Sudan.

Fun Fact

The lifespan for this animal is up to 14 years.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Native to the Horn of Africa.

Diet

Diet of the gazelle consists of acacia and bush leaves, grasses, and herbs.

Lifespan

14 years

Threats

Habitat Degradation
Overexploitation
Invasive Species
Climate Change

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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