Gazelle is an antelope that lives in the arid regions of Africa and Asia. It has unique ringed horns, a tan or reddish-brown coat and white rumps.
It has adapted to life in the desert by extracting water from the plants.
It is a fast sprinter reaching up to 60 mph in short bursts. It is highly social. It flicks its tail or stomp its feet to warn others of a lurking predator.
Most gazelles live in the hot, dry savannas and deserts of Africa and Asia. To stay hydrated in these grueling environments, gazelles shrink their heart and liver, according to a study published in the journal Physiological and Biochemical Zoology. Breathing can cause an animal to lose a lot of water. A smaller heart and liver need less oxygen, so the animal can breathe less and lose less water.
The Edmi gazelle, also known as the Cuvier’s gazelle,is the only gazelle that lives in the mountains. It migrates during the wintertime to warmer regions.
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