Tibetan gazelle
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The Tibetan gazelle (Procapra picticaudata) is a species of gazelle native to the high-altitude regions of Asia, specifically the Tibetan Plateau. Gazelles, in general, are fleet-footed antelopes known for their slender build, level backs, and long necks. They typically inhabit arid lands across Asia and North Africa.1
Gazelles are well-adapted to survive in waterless environments, deriving moisture from the plants they eat and possessing highly efficient physiological mechanisms to conserve water. They are selective feeders, consuming nutritious plant growth.1
The classification of gazelles has evolved, with some species previously in the genus Gazella now placed in different genera like Nanger and Eudorcas. The Tibetan gazelle belongs to the genus Procapra, which also includes the Mongolian gazelle and Przewalski's gazelle.1
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