Springbok Horn

When the male Springbok is warding off predators or showing off to attract a mate, he will run in a series of high jumps of up to 13 feet in the air. During this jumping ritual (known as “pronking,” which means “showing off” in Afrikaans) the Springbok will arch his back and lift his tail, flaunting his white fan shaped behind. The Springbok is a small, antelope like animal that lives primarily in southwestern Africa, from South Africa to the deserts of Botswana. It is the national animal of South Africa, as well as the mascot for the South African Rugby team, and is highly revered for its beautiful coat and graceful springing movement. Unlike many other hoofed mammals, both male and female Springbok have black, ringed horns, but the female's horns tend to be shorter and thinner than the male's. These curved horns are about 8.5 inches long, and would make great decorations or art pieces. Springbok horns are often used in African decor and furniture design, as well as for lamps or knife handles.

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