Antelope are graceful, deer-like animals that live in Africa and Asia. They have long legs and curved horns, and they can run super fast to escape from predators. Some antelope are as small as a medium dog, while others are as big as a pony! They love open areas where they can eat grass and play in herds.
Watch an Antelope in Action!
Watch how fast and agile antelope can be in the wild.
What is an Antelope?
Antelope are hoofed mammals in the same family as cows and goats. They are known for their speed, horns, and living in groups.
- They have horns that stay on their heads forever
- They run to avoid lions, cheetahs, and other predators
- They live together in groups called herds
- They have hard hooves like a horse
Where do Antelopes live?
Antelope mostly live in warm places with lots of open space.
- Grasslands (savannas) in Africa and Asia
- Dry deserts where food is sparse
- Mountains, hills, and some forests
What do Antelopes eat?
Antelope are herbivores, which means they eat plants.
- Grass and leafy plants
- Leaves, twigs, and tree bark
- Fruits and shrubs
How big is an Antelope?
Antelope come in many sizes—from small to large!
- Height: 3 to 5 feet (90 to 150 cm) tall
- Weight: 100 to 600 pounds (45 to 270 kg)—that’s like a big suitcase up to a small pony!
What sound do Antelopes make?
Antelope make different noises to talk to each other or warn of danger. Some bark like dogs, others grunt or whistle softly.
Cool Antelope Facts
- There are over 90 different kinds of antelope
- Some can jump more than 10 feet (3 m) high—taller than your school desk!
- They can run up to 60 miles per hour (97 km/h), faster than a car in the city
- Their eyes are tall on their head so they can see all around
- Baby antelope stand within minutes of being born
- They use horns to protect themselves
- Many can live without much water
- Some change color a little when seasons change
Printables and coloring fun
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Antelopes in the eco‑system
Antelope help keep nature balanced by eating plants and feeding other animals.
- They help spread seeds by eating and moving around
- They keep grass from growing too tall in their homes
- They provide food for predators like lions and hyenas
- Some antelope are endangered and need our help
Ask a grown‑up to help you learn more
Curious kids can learn more about antelope with help from these sites:
- Science Kids – Antelope Facts
- Britannica Kids – Antelope
- International Fund for Animal Welfare – Antelope
Fun questions about Antelopes
They can sprint up to 60 miles per hour (97 km/h).
Yes! Most antelope have horns that stay on their head.
They live mostly in Africa and Asia in grasslands, deserts, and hills.
Antelopes eat grass, leaves, and plants.
Yes, they can stand just minutes after being born.
They stay together in herds to help keep each other safe.
Ways to donate and support Antelopes
You can help protect antelope by supporting groups that save wild animals and their homes.
Sources: Wikipedia, Live Science, Creative Commons, Britannica.com and Freesound.org
Alphabetical list of animals that start with A
A full alphabetical list of popular animals that start with the letter A for toddlers and preschool kids.
- Aardvark
- Aardwolf
- Acorn Weevil
- African Wild Dog
- Albatross
- Alligator
- Allosaurus (Extinct)
- Alpaca
- Anaconda
- Anemone
- Angelfish
- Anglerfish
- Ant
- Anteater
- Antelope
- Ape
- Aphid
- Arctic Fox
- Arctic Hare
- Armadillo
- Axolotl
- Aye-Aye
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