The scimitar-horned oryx (Oryx dammah), so named for its magnificent curved horns, is now Endangered, hunted to the brink of extinction for its meat and exceptionally robust hide. The stocky body is a pale color, with brown markings on the face and a reddish-brown neck and chest area. The large, spread hooves allow these antelope to walk on the sand of their dry habitat.
Diet[]
Scimitar-horned oryxes eat mostly grass.
Lifespan[]
Scimitar-horned oryxes can live up to 20 years in the wild. Up to 30 years in captivity.
Lucky the Scimitar-horned Oryx (Carlos Alazraqui)
Scimitar-horned Oryx in San Diego Zoo Safari Park
Scimitar-horned Oryx in Sahel
Olivia the Scimitar-horned Oryx (Cate Blanchett)