Scimitar oryx
The scimitar oryx (Oryx dammah) is a herbivorous mammal native to Africa, North America and Asia.
- Scientific name
- Oryx dammah
- Class
- Mammal
- Family / order
- Bovidae
- Diet
- Herbivore
- Habitat
- Terrestrial
- Found in
- Africa, North America, Asia
- Weight
- 200 kg
- Length
- 1.9 m
- Lifespan
- 27.5 years
- Conservation status
- Endangered
What does a scimitar oryx eat?
The scimitar oryx is a herbivore, feeding on plants.
How big is a scimitar oryx?
The scimitar oryx weighs around 200 kg and measures about 1.9 m.
How long do scimitar oryxs live?
In the wild, the scimitar oryx can live up to about 27.5 years.
Where do scimitar oryxs live?
Scimitar oryxs are found in Africa, North America and Asia, in terrestrial habitats.
Is the scimitar oryx endangered?
The scimitar oryx is currently listed as “Endangered” on the IUCN Red List.