Endemic to Democratic Republic of Congo, the Okapi is a herbivore species inhabiting rainforests habitats. Weighing 200–350 kg, it is classified as Endangered.
Physical Characteristics & Habitat
Size & Speed
| Metric | Okapi | Herbivore Mammals Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 275 kg | 117.3 kg | ↑ 135% |
| Height | 225 cm | — | — |
| Top Speed | 58 km/h | 40 km/h | ↑ 45% |
| Avg Speed | 58 km/h | — | — |
Habitat & Distribution
The Okapi inhabits rainforests habitats. It can be found in Democratic Republic of Congo.
Typical coloring: Dark Brown, White.
Diet & Predators
Behavior & Reproduction
Social Structure
The Okapi is a solitary species belonging to the Giraffidae family.
Reproduction
Conservation & Comparison
IUCN Conservation Status
EN The Okapi is classified as Endangered. There are 31 species with the same status in our database.
Species Comparison
Among 50 herbivore mammals, the Okapi’s weight of 200–350 kg is significantly higher than the group median of 117.3 kg.
Weight rank: #6 of 31 Endangered species.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Blue Whale | Up to 200 tons | EN |
| 2 | Asian Elephant | 2000–5000 kg | EN |
| 3 | Whale Shark | Up to 1500 kg | EN |
| 4 | Grevy's Zebra | 350–450 kg | EN |
| 5 | Baird's Tapir | 150–400 kg | EN |
Related Species
How much does a Okapi weigh?
A Okapi typically weighs 200–350 kg, which is exceptionally high compared to the median of 117.3 kg among herbivore mammals.
What is the conservation status of the Okapi?
The Okapi is classified as “Endangered”. There are 31 species with the same status in our database.
Where does the Okapi live?
The Okapi is found in Democratic Republic of Congo, in rainforests habitats.
How does the Okapi reproduce?
The Okapi has a gestation period of 420–450 days and typically produces 1 offspring per birth.
Data Sources: IUCN, WWF, National Geographic, Smithsonian Institution.
Last Updated: April 10, 2026