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Blackbuck

Antilope cervicapra

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Illustration of Blackbuck (Antilope cervicapra)

The Blackbuck is a graceful antelope with striking spiral horns and a distinctive black and white coloration in males. A memorable fact is that it can run at speeds up to 50 km/h.

Habitat
Prefers open grasslands and scrublands.
Diet
Herbivorous, primarily grazing on grasses.
How common
Rare

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