There Are Only 100 of these Antelopes Left in the Wild

Eastern Bongos are large, chestnut and white striped creatures found in Kenya. They weigh between 500 to 900 lbs, with horns as long as 40 inches. Despite their size, they are timid herbivores, active during twilight to avoid predators. With only about 100 left in the wild, they are critically endangered due to hunting and habitat destruction. Conservation efforts in Kenya aim to protect them by designating safe habitats.

Where can Eastern bongos be found in the wild?

• In four isolated regions of Kenya

• In the rainforests of the Amazon

• In the mountains of Nepal

• In the deserts of Australia

What is a notable feature of the Eastern bongo's horns?

• They are as wide as the widest part of their body

• They are longer than their body

• They are brightly colored

• They are curved upwards

When are Eastern bongos most active?

• In the early morning

• During the day

• At noon

• During twilight and dusk

What is the estimated number of Eastern bongos left in the wild?

• About 50

• About 100

• About 1000

• About 500

What are the main threats to the Eastern bongo's survival?

• Climate change and pollution

• Hunting and habitat destruction

• Disease and competition for food

• Natural disasters