Yellow-backed duiker facts for kids
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The yellow-backed duiker (scientific name: Cephalophus silvicultor) is a type of small antelope. These animals live in the thick, wet forests of central Africa. They are known for the bright yellow patch on their back.
About the Yellow-Backed Duiker
Yellow-backed duikers are one of the largest types of duikers. They can grow to be about 3 feet (90 cm) tall at the shoulder. They can also weigh up to 175 pounds (79 kg). In zoos or special care, they can live for 10 to 15 years.
What They Eat
Yellow-backed duikers are mostly plant-eaters. Their diet includes many different things found in the forest. They munch on bark, young shoots, and buds from plants. They also enjoy seeds, fruits, and fungi. Sometimes, they eat herbs and even small animals. This varied diet helps them get all the nutrients they need.
Where They Live
These duikers prefer to live in dense tropical forests. They are found across a large part of central Africa. Their habitat provides plenty of food and places to hide from predators. They are very good at moving through thick bushes and trees.
Images for kids
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Skull of a yellow-backed duiker
