Springbok

The springbok is the national emblem of South Africa. It forms some of the largest herd and is one of the fastest runners who jump and "pronk" which is an action that fans its tail and is probably pea-cock-like. They inhabit dry areas and it is said they can live their whole life without drinking water since they can get moisture from succulent plants. Even though they are a national animal they are bred for hunting. Their numbers decreased significantly during the 19th and 20th century because of hunting and farm fences cutting off their migratory paths but they are resurging now due to conservation efforts.