Springbuck (Antidorcas marsupialis)

The Springbuck is the only gazella in Southern Africa. Their diet consists of short grass and bushes. They are independent of water, but when there is water available, they drink regularly. Both, male and female, have horns, but the male horns are longer and stronger. Springbuck can speed up to 80 km/h when they feel endangered.

The photo on the left shows a strong male.

Due to their good eyesight, Springbuck prefer open plains, where they can see their enemies over a big distance. Natural enemies are Cheetah, Leopard and Lion. There young ones are also endangered by smaller predators, like Caracal, Jackals and also some bigger Eagles.

In the picture on the right is a young doe with her fawn.

Steenbuck (Rapharicerus campestris)

Steenbuck are the smallest antelopes on the farm. They weigh up to 12 kg (female) and 11 kg (male). Only the males have straight unridged horns. They are bound to a territory and are only in a couple during mating season. They are totally independent of water and mainly browsers.