Bongo antelope

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:mythological_figure
gptkbp:activities nocturnal
gptkbp:adaptation Long legs for running
striped coat for camouflage
Camouflaged coat
Strong hooves for navigating terrain
gptkbp:behavior gptkb:Nocturnal
territorial
shy and elusive
Young learn from mothers
Mothers care for young
gptkbp:body_style slender
gptkbp:breeding_season Year-round in some regions
year-round in some areas
gptkbp:climate adapted to humid environments
gptkbp:color Reddish-brown
reddish-brown
gptkbp:competitors Fights for mating rights
gptkbp:conservation_efforts protected areas
Involves local communities
gptkbp:conservation_status Near Threatened
gptkbp:cultural_representation Featured in African art
gptkbp:cultural_significance Symbol of wildlife conservation
symbol of wildlife conservation
gptkbp:diet gptkb:product
gptkbp:ecological_role Seed disperser
gptkbp:environmental_impact Sensitive to climate change effects
gptkbp:eye_color spiral-shaped
gptkbp:first_described_by gptkb:Geoffroy_Saint-Hilaire
gptkbp:fledging_period run away quickly
gptkbp:foraging_behavior Browsers
browsing
gptkbp:fossil_record Ancient relatives found in Africa
ancient relatives found in Africa.
gptkbp:gender Females select mates based on size
gptkbp:genetic_diversity important for species survival
Low due to habitat fragmentation
gptkbp:gestation_period Approximately 9 months
approximately 9 months
gptkbp:grooming_needs mutual grooming
gptkbp:habitat Rainforests
dense vegetation
rainforests
Programs exist for conservation
gptkbp:has_color White stripes on the body
gptkbp:has_skin thick and tough
gptkbp:height 1.2 to 1.5 m at the shoulder
up to 4 feet at the shoulder
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Bongo antelope
gptkbp:hunting_technique Protected in many areas
gptkbp:interacts_with gptkb:Hotel
vocalizations and body language
gptkbp:lifespan up to 20 years in the wild
Up to 20 years in the wild
Up to 30 years in captivity
gptkbp:local_names Various names in local languages
gptkbp:mating_system polygynous
gptkbp:members up to 10 individuals
gptkbp:migration seasonal movements in search of food
Seasonal movements in search of food
gptkbp:native_to Central Africa
gptkbp:population_trend Decreasing
gptkbp:predators gptkb:Lions
leopards
gptkbp:related_species gptkb:Mountain_Bongo
Sitatunga
Giant eland
gptkbp:reproduction Viviparous
calf
seasonal breeding
gptkbp:research_focus Studied for conservation efforts
gptkbp:research_interest studied for conservation efforts
gptkbp:scientific_name Tragelaphus eurycerus
gptkbp:senses keen sense of smell
gptkbp:size large
gptkbp:social_structure solitary or in small groups
Solitary or in small groups
gptkbp:sound grunts and snorts
gptkbp:subspecies gptkb:Western_Bongo
gptkb:Eastern_Bongo
Eastern bongo
Western bongo
gptkbp:symbiotic_relationships With various plant species
gptkbp:territorial_behavior Males establish territories
gptkbp:territory varies by habitat
gptkbp:threats Habitat loss
habitat loss
Poaching
gptkbp:tourist_attraction Attracts ecotourism in Africa
gptkbp:vision excellent night vision
gptkbp:vocalization Grunts and snorts
gptkbp:water_source nearby rivers and streams
Regular access to water
gptkbp:weight 100 to 300 kg
up to 900 pounds
gptkbp:wildlife poaching
Common in zoos
Conservation areas established
exhibited in various zoos
Affects population viability
Due to poaching and habitat loss
gptkbp:young Calf
weaned at 6 months