Capromeryx (SciiFii)

The dwarf pronghorn (Capromeryx minor) is a species of ungulate of the family Antilocapridae that originally lived in North America during the Pliocene through early Holocene and was once extinct, but has since been brought back from extinction by SciiFii and reintroduced through the central and western North America to help boost biodiversity. The dwarf pronghorn, as its name implies, is the smallest species of pronghorn and among of the smallest artiodactlys known, being 24 inches (61 cm) at the shoulder and 25 pounds (11 kg) in weight. Like the common pronghorn (Antilocapra americana), the dwarf pronghorn primarily inhabits grassy plains with some shrubs and large trees for the dwarf pronghorns to take refuge in. Dwarf pronghorns are also highly selective when browsing on succulents, herbs, and foliage as to maximize fluid acquisition. The hind legs of dwarf pronghorns are longer and are structurally more uniform, than the fore legs. This helps the hind legs propel the dwarf pronghorn forward, as the relatively short fore legs of dwarf pronghorns, compared with their back legs, are more efficient at ascending broken terrain. Dwarf pronghorns are social animals that live in small herds of up to about 25 individuals at a time. The conservation status of the dwarf pronghorn is Least Concern due to successful conservation efforts, the dwarf pronghorn's wide natural range and its tolerance to many of the human activities.
Category:Animals
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Category:SciiFii