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The Hirola Antelope
Introduction In the semi-arid grasslands of East Africa, an elusive creature moves with quiet grace— the Hirola antelope (Beatragus hunteri), a rare species so unique it stands as the last of its genus. The Hirola is not just another antelope; it’s a living relic, an ancient reminder of Africa’s evolutionary past. Yet today, this majestic animal teeters…
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Establishing the Hirola International Reserve
The Hirola antelope (beatragus hunteri) is a critically endangered species of antelope that is found only in a small region of eastern Africa, stretching across parts of Kenya and Somalia. Despite being a unique and fascinating species, the Hirola population has been in a state of decline for many years due to habitat loss, poaching,…
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Overview of the plight of the Hirola, its importance and a practical plan to facilitate population increase to pre-1970s levels of > 10,000
The Hirola Antelope is native only to Kenya and Somalia. The current population of the Hirola is between 400 and 500. In addition to concern over its possible extinction, the loss of the Hirola species will also be the demise of the entire genus Beatragus, as the Hirola is its only living member, making this program…