Slender-Horned Gazelle
Scientific Name
Gazella leptoceros
Range
Northern Africa
Habitats
Desert
What do they eat?
Herbivores; grasses, flowers, and leaves
Status
Endangered
Conservation Threats
Poaching and habitat loss
Fun Facts
- Also called Rhim gazelle or Sand gazelle
- Wide hooves allow for travel in the desert sand
- Pale coat color helps to reflect the sun to prevent overheating