5031
Gemsbok
Africa
Original ZT
$900
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5031 |
Gemsbok |
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Africa |
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Original ZT |
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$900 |
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Gemsbok are the largest of the straight-horned African antelopes. They range in small herds of variable size. Gemsbok are striking animals, with distinctive black stripes marking their faces, throats, and backs. Their horns are very long and straight. Gemsbok have excellent eyesight, hearing, and smell. The gemsbok is found in arid regions ranging from eastern to southwestern Africa. It prefers semi-desert areas with sparse vegetation and tree coverage. Gemsbok are herbivores, grazing at night when plants have a higher water content. These animals supplement their diet with moisture-rich wild melons, roots, and tubers. In zoos, they are fed grass hay, herbivore pellets, and carrots. The gemsbok is an animal that is peculiarly adapted to a dry, hot climate. Rather than cooling its body though perspiration when the air temperature increases, the gemsbok's body temperature will rise as well. After several hours, the gemsbok's body will radiate this excess heat. Should their bodies reach too high a temperature, the gemsbok may cool off by panting. Its kidneys and circulatory system are also adapted for water conservation and heat regulation. Gemsbok can endure temperatures ranging from 99° F to 113° F. Experts at locating water sources, gemsbok will dig into dried river beds to expose hidden ground water. Although the gemsbok is one of the slower gazelles and will prefer to make a stand, even against large predators, it can run faster than a swift horse when necessary. Predators of the gemsbok include lions, spotted hyenas, leopards, and wild dogs. Gemsbok can be dangerous prey. It is reported that their long, sharp horns can fend off even a hungry lion. A gemsbok has two threatening postures: the head held high, with a slow ducking head motion; and head lowered, with horn tips pointing at the opponent. When nervous because of the proximity of predators, members of the herd may begin an exaggerated trot, with erect heads swinging from side to side. An angry gemsbok will stamp its feet and jerk its head. Following birth, a newborn gemsbok immediately hides itself. Its mother will be very cautious when visiting the calf to nurse it and will move her offspring to a new location each morning. The calf and mother will not rejoin the herd for about six weeks. These animals reproduce well in captivity. |
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60 |
60 |
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5 |
30 |
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To build a good animal exhibit you need to ask a few questions: (click them for the answers) |
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Which fence is suitable for this animal in terms of strength, if it can be climbed or jumped over? |
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How big should the exhibit be and what Terrain should be used? |
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How deep should the exhibit be if using the "Pit Method"? |
1 level |
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Stick Pole Fence |
$75 |
2 |
225 |
12 |
16.0 |
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Stick Pole Window Fence |
$75 |
2 |
225 |
12 |
16.0 |
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Chain-link Fence |
$70 |
2 |
200 |
10 |
14.3 |
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Post and Rail Fence |
$90 |
2 |
250 |
12 |
13.3 |
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Wood Slat Window Fence |
$110 |
2 |
240 |
12 |
10.9 |
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Wooden Slat Fence |
$110 |
2 |
240 |
12 |
10.9 |
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Rock Wall Fence |
$150 |
2 |
280 |
14 |
9.3 |
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Rock Window Fence |
$150 |
2 |
280 |
14 |
9.3 |
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Concrete Chain Fence |
$150 |
2 |
275 |
14 |
9.3 |
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Plexiglas Fence |
$150 |
2 |
270 |
13 |
8.7 |
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Iron Bar Fence |
$180 |
2 |
290 |
14 |
7.8 |
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Concrete Fence |
$200 |
2 |
300 |
15 |
7.5 |
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Reinforced Concrete Fence |
$225 |
3 |
460 |
16 |
7.1 |
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Reinforced Concrete and Glass Fence |
$225 |
3 |
420 |
15 |
6.7 |
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Concrete and Iron Bar Fence |
$240 |
3 |
440 |
15 |
6.3 |
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Electrified Chain-link Fence |
$300 |
3 |
480 |
18 |
6.0 |
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Electrified Iron Bar Fence |
$350 |
3 |
400 |
18 |
5.1 |
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Number of Animals/Exhibit |
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20 |
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15 |
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Sand |
70 |
14 |
28 |
42 |
56 |
70 |
84 |
98 |
112 |
126 |
140 |
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Savannah grass |
15 |
3 |
6 |
9 |
12 |
15 |
18 |
21 |
24 |
27 |
30 |
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Dirt |
10 |
2 |
4 |
6 |
8 |
10 |
12 |
14 |
16 |
18 |
20 |
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Fresh water |
5 |
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
6 |
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10 |
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2 |
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6 |
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14 |
16 |
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0 |
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0 |
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Exhibit Size |
100 |
20 |
40 |
60 |
80 |
100 |
120 |
140 |
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180 |
200 |
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7010 |
3 |
Palm Tree |
24 |
$300 |
8.0 |
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7033 |
7 |
Quiver Tree |
10 |
$210 |
4.8 |
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7039 |
3 |
Prickly Pear Cactus |
6 |
$125 |
4.8 |
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9222 |
6 |
Desert Rock Formation |
6 |
4 |
Yes |
9 |
$300 |
3.0 |
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9206 |
2 |
Small Rock |
1 |
1 |
Yes |
8 |
$55 |
14.5 |
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9205 |
2 |
Medium Rock |
1 |
1 |
Yes |
8 |
$75 |
10.7 |
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9200 |
4 |
Large Rock |
2 |
2 |
Yes |
4 |
$150 |
2.7 |
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8115 |
Large Stable |
25 |
15 |
$700 |
5 |
Yes |
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8114 |
Stable |
20 |
10 |
$500 |
3 |
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8109 |
Large Concrete Shelter |
18 |
8 |
$225 |
6 |
Yes |
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8112 |
Large Wood Shelter |
18 |
8 |
$325 |
6 |
Yes |
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8108 |
Concrete Shelter |
16 |
6 |
$175 |
4 |
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8111 |
Wood Shelter |
16 |
6 |
$225 |
4 |
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8113 |
Small Stable |
15 |
5 |
$300 |
2 |
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8107 |
Small Concrete Shelter |
13 |
3 |
$125 |
2 |
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8110 |
Small Wood Shelter |
13 |
3 |
$175 |
2 |
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High |
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ReproductionInterval(months): |
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90 |
10 |
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TimeDeath(months): |
24 |
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BabyToAdult(months): |
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Hay |
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none |
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