Hunting Springbuck in South Africa
The Springbuck is the national emblem of the Republic of South Africa.
Springbuck Characteristics
Scientific Name : Antidorcas marsupialis
Weight : 36-50 kg
Shoulder Height : 78-84 cm
Breeding Season : Springbuck breed all year-round,
Minimum Rifle Calibre : 223
IDENTIFICATION: A Springbuck is a medium sized animal. The general color of the skin is khaki beige with distinct dark-brown stripes on the side above the white tummy. The face is white with dark stripes running from the eyes to the mouth. The skin fold on the back is usually closed but when the animal becomes excited, it opens, fanning a length of stiff white hair. Both sexes have horns, the horns are a lyre-shape and are heavily ridged; the male’s horns are heavier and longer than those of the females.
HABITAT: Dry savannas, sub-deserts, and deserts.
BREEDING: Springbuck breed all year-round, with birth peaks in the rainy season; 1 calf is born after a gestation period of 6-7 months (160 days).
DIET: Both browses and grazers. Roots, bulbs, short grass and leaves of various bushes are taken. Independent of water but will drink regularly when water is available.
CHARACTERISTICS: The Springbuck is the national emblem of the Republic of South Africa. They have good eyesight and are highly gregarious. When moving at speed, they will bounce into the air with a stiff-legged pronking action, during which the hooves are bunched.