Common Duiker by Jordan

Body Length: 80-115 cm / 2.6-3.8 ft.

Shoulder Height: 45-60 cm / 1.5-2 ft.

Tail Length: 10-20 cm / 4-8 in.

Weight: 10-20 kg / 22-44 lb.

The coat is generally pale reddish-brown to grizzled gray, depending on the geographical location. The undersides are whitish, while the muzzle, nose bridge, and forelegs are black. The short tail is black on the top, contrasting sharply with the fluffy white underside. The long, pointed ears are separated by a tuft of hair on the forehead. Females are usually larger than males. The sharply pointed horns are usually found only in males and grow 7-18 cm / 3-7 inches long. The horns are more vertically oriented than in other duiker species, due to the more open habitat.

Gestation Period: 6-7 months.

Young per Birth: 1

Weaning: 2 months.

Sexual Maturity: Females at 8-10 months, males at 12 months.

Life span: Up to 14 years.

After birth, the young lie up in dense cover for a number of weeks.

Feeding predominantly from dusk until dawn, the gray duiker rests in favourite hiding places in scrub or grass during the day. This small antelope has exceptional speed and stamina, and is usually able to outrun dogs that chase after it. The home ranges of individuals of the same sex rarely overlap. However, there is substantial common land in the ranges of individuals of the opposite sexes. Males are territorial, marking their defended areas with preorbital secretions and attacking other males that intrude. The favourite resting place of these males is a high spot overlooking their territory. In favourable areas there are approximately 2 animals per square kilometer. Juveniles make a loud bleat if caught, which brings the parents running.

Family group: Usually solitary, although pairs are occasionally sighted.

Diet: Tree and bush foliage, fruits, seeds, occasionally carrion.

Created by Jordan, Zoo Tek Designer, 2005

Inspired by the Zoo Tycoon Brains Trust at Zoo Tek

Updated 2010-10-30

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