VU Herbivore Desert
65–90 kg
Weight
10–20 yrs
Lifespan
55 km/h
Top Speed
Middle East
Found In
Endemic to Middle East, the Arabian Oryx is a herbivore species inhabiting desert habitats. Weighing 65–90 kg, it is classified as Vulnerable.
Size, Speed & Lifespan
| 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 | — | — |
| Lifespan | 15 yrs | 22.5 yrs | ↓ 33% |
Endemic to Middle East
Habitat: Desert
Found In: Middle East
Coloration: White
Behavior
Natural Predators
Social Structure
Recorded as Herd-based.
Reproduction & Lifespan
Gestation Period: 210–240 days
Offspring per Birth: 1
Lifespan: 10–20 years
Why It Is Vulnerable
VU Listed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List — one of 34 species in this database with the same status.
Weight Rank Among Vulnerable Species
Ranked #16 of 34 by typical adult weight.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | African Lion | 120–250 kg | VU |
| 15 | Komodo Dragon | Up to 90 kg | VU |
| 16 | Arabian Oryx | 65–90 kg | VU |
| 17 | Spectacled Bear | 35–77 kg | VU |
| 18 | Mandrill | Up to 55 kg | VU |
| 19 | Sun Bear | 27–80 kg | VU |
Other Bovidae Species
The Bovidae family has 10 species in this database. Compare close taxonomic relatives:
| Species | Weight | Diet | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alpine Ibex | 19–120 kg | Herbivore | LC |
| American Bison | 318–1000 kg | Herbivore | NT |
| Gaur | 600–1300 kg | Herbivore | VU |
| Gerenuk | 28–52 kg | Herbivore | NT |
| Markhor | Up to 110 kg | Herbivore | NT |
| Saola | Up to 100 kg | Herbivore | CR |
| Water Buffalo | 300–1200 kg | Herbivore | LC |
| Wildebeest | 200–390 kg | Herbivore | LC |
| Yak | 500–1200 kg | Herbivore | LC |