peninsular pronghorn

The peninsular pronghorn is a subspecies of the pronghorn (Antilocapra americana), a North American mammal that is the only living member of its family, Antilocapridae. Despite its common name, it is not closely related to true antelopes.12

Key characteristics of the peninsular pronghorn and its species include:
* Appearance: Reddish-brown and white coloration, with a short mane, white underparts, and a distinctive white rump patch that can be erected to signal danger.1
* Horns: Both males and females have horns, which are unique in that they branch and are shed annually. Male horns are longer and have two prongs, while female horns are shorter and lack a prong.12
* Speed and Vision: Pronghorns are exceptionally fast runners, capable of speeds up to 70 km (43 miles) per hour, and possess acute vision, allowing them to spot predators from a great distance.12
* Habitat and Range: They inhabit open plains and semideserts. The peninsular pronghorn specifically is found in Baja California.13
* Conservation Status: The peninsular pronghorn, along with the Sonoran pronghorn, is currently endangered.1