Bontebok facts for kids
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The bontebok is a special kind of antelope that lives in southern Africa. It's known for its beautiful brown coat with white patches. You can find these animals mainly in South Africa, but also in parts of Lesotho and Namibia.
Discovering the Bontebok
What is a Bontebok?
The bontebok is actually a type of Damaliscus pygargus. Think of it like a specific breed of dog – it's a subspecies. There are two main types of Damaliscus pygargus: the bontebok itself (Damaliscus pygargus pygargus) and its close cousin, the blesbok (Damaliscus pygargus phillipsi).
Both the bontebok and the blesbok are types of antelopes. They are also related to the common tsessebe, which is another kind of antelope found in Africa.
Where Do Bontebok Live?
Bontebok naturally live in the Western Cape province of South Africa. They prefer areas called Fynbos and Renosterveld. These are unique types of plant communities found only in that region.
Their cousins, the blesbok, live in a different area called the Highveld. This shows how two very similar animals can adapt to different environments.
Images for kids
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Bontebok head
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Bontebok with calf in the fynbos
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Fighting bontebok
