The Oribi is a small antelope widespread throughout sub-Saharan Africa. He can be found in open grasslands and thinly wooded regions, generally near to water. Social groups are small, and often Oribi are solitary, but a male may interact with one or two females. His diet is mostly grass, but he will browse when required and visits mineral licks to supplement his diet. Beneath his eyes, two dark patches are his preorbital glands. These secrete an odour with which he can mark the boundaries of his territory. Only the males have horns.
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