Critically Endangered
Saiga Antelope
Saiga tatarica
A migratory antelope of open steppe landscapes, recognized by its large flexible nose and mass seasonal movements.
Category
Mammal
Habitat
Grassland
Diet
Herbivore
Lifespan
6–10 years in the wild
Size
Shoulder height 60–80 cm; weight 26–69 kg
Scientific Name
Saiga tatarica
About Saiga Antelope
A migratory antelope of open steppe landscapes, recognized by its large flexible nose and mass seasonal movements.
It belongs to the Mammal group and is commonly associated with grassland habitats with a herbivore diet, with a lifespan of 6–10 years in the wild, a size of Shoulder height 60–80 cm; weight 26–69 kg, a conservation status of Critically Endangered.
Fun Fact
The saiga's unusual nose helps filter dust in summer and warm icy air in winter.
Where Saiga Antelope Lives
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Central Kazakh Steppe
, Kazakhstan
Kalmykia Steppe
, Russia