Endemic to Middle East, the Arabian Oryx is a herbivore species inhabiting desert habitats. Weighing 65–90 kg, it is classified as Vulnerable.
Physical Characteristics & Habitat
Size & Speed
| Metric | Arabian Oryx | Herbivore Mammals Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 77.5 kg | 117.3 kg | ↓ 34% |
| Height | 80 cm | — | — |
| Top Speed | 55 km/h | 40 km/h | ↑ 38% |
| Avg Speed | 55 km/h | — | — |
Habitat & Distribution
The Arabian Oryx inhabits desert habitats. It can be found in Middle East.
Typical coloring: White.
Diet & Predators
Behavior & Reproduction
Social Structure
The Arabian Oryx is a herd-based species belonging to the Bovidae family.
Reproduction
Conservation & Comparison
IUCN Conservation Status
VU The Arabian Oryx is classified as Vulnerable. There are 34 species with the same status in our database.
Species Comparison
Among 50 herbivore mammals, the Arabian Oryx’s weight of 65–90 kg is lower than the group median of 117.3 kg.
Weight rank: #16 of 34 Vulnerable species.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sperm Whale | Up to 57000 kg | VU |
| 2 | African Elephant | 2700–6000 kg | VU |
| 3 | Great White Shark | Up to 2268 kg | VU |
| 4 | Hippopotamus | 1300–3200 kg | VU |
| 5 | Gaur | 600–1300 kg | VU |
Related Species
How much does a Arabian Oryx weigh?
A Arabian Oryx typically weighs 65–90 kg, which is below average compared to the median of 117.3 kg among herbivore mammals.
What is the conservation status of the Arabian Oryx?
The Arabian Oryx is classified as “Vulnerable”. There are 34 species with the same status in our database.
Where does the Arabian Oryx live?
The Arabian Oryx is found in Middle East, in desert habitats.
How does the Arabian Oryx reproduce?
The Arabian Oryx has a gestation period of 210–240 days and typically produces 1 offspring per birth.
Data Sources: IUCN, WWF, National Geographic, Smithsonian Institution.
Last Updated: April 10, 2026