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Blackbuck

Antilope cervicapra (also known as the Indian antelope)
Mammal

Step into the world of our blackbuck and unlock the wonders of these extraordinary creatures

An image of a Blackbuck walking in a grassy area

The blackbuck, also known as the Indian Antelope, is a cautious and shy animal. Spending most of the day resting in shady areas, being mainly active in the morning and late afternoon. Lacking a strong sense of small or hearing but they have great eyesight, for spotting predators.  

Normally silent animals, females are known to make a low hissing noise to alert the rest of the herd to a potential danger.  

Blackbucks are social animals, living in herds that include from 5 to 50 individuals. The herd consists of an adult male and numerous females with their young.  

Quick facts

Distribution:

India, Pakistan and Nepal

Habitat:

Open woodlands, grasslands, dry forest

Conservation Status:

Near Threatened

Fun fact

Blackbuck are one of the few antelope species whose colour differs between sexes, with males gradually becoming darker with age