Genus Antidorcas (Noun)
Meaning
Springboks.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The springbok is the only living species in the genus Antidorcas.
- The springbok's classification within the genus Antidorcas has undergone significant changes over the years.
- In South Africa, the term 'springbok' specifically refers to the genus Antidorcas and species Antidorcas marsupialis.
- Antelopes within the genus Antidorcas can often be found grazing in the savannas of southern Africa.
- Genus Antidorcas was named in the 19th century when scientists were trying to categorize different species of African antelopes.