Answer : No, a Gemsbok is not heavier than a Zebra
The average weight of a Gemsbok is 200 kg, (441 lbs) versus 265 kg, (584 lbs) for a Zebra
Name | Name:Gemsbok | Name:Zebra |
Weight | Weight:200 kg, (441 lbs) | Weight:265 kg, (584 lbs) |
| * ranges from 100 to 300kg | * Burchell's Zebra - ranges from 175 to 385kg |
Height | Height:120 cm, (3 ft, 11.2 in ) | Height:135 cm, (4 ft, 5.1 in ) |
Top Speed | Top Speed:60 kph, (37 mph) | Top Speed:88 kph, (55 mph) |
Lifespan in Wild (years) | Lifespan in Wild (years):18 | Lifespan in Wild (years):9 |
Description | Description:The gemsbok is a type of very large antelope. It has straight horns which form a sharp V. They are native to southern African deserts. | Description:Burchell's Zebra lives in southeastern African savannas. Unlike other zebras, they have more distinguishable wide black and white stripes that become more horizontal and wider towards the rear. On the neck and limbs are vertical stripes. |
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