Raphicerus sharpei Thomas, 1897

Scientific Name and General Appearance

Sharpe's grysbok, scientifically named Raphicerus sharpei Thomas, 1897, is similar in size to the gray duiker, but has a stockier body and shaggy fur over its hindquarters.

Size Measurements

It stands approximately 20 inches (45–60 cm) tall at the shoulders and weighs between 7 and 11.5 kg.

Coat Coloration

Its coat is reddish-brown streaked with white; its eye-rings, muzzle, throat and underside are off-white.

Male Horn Characteristics

Males of this species have stubby, widely spaced horns.

Cranial and Dental Features

Sharpe's grysbok has a short, deep muzzle with a large mouth and heavy molars adapted for grinding.

Posture

Its combination of a short neck and head on a long-legged body creates a high-rumped posture when the animal is browsing.

Geographic Range

This species is found in Transvaal (South Africa), the Caprivi Strip (Namibia), Botswana, Mozambique, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Malawi, and Tanzania, ranging as far north as Lake Victoria.