Critically endangered species!
The mountain bongo is a subspecies of bongo, which is one of the largest forest antelopes. It is characterised by a striking chestnut red coat with white stripes and long, spirally twisted horns that are characteristic of both sexes. This species is native to the mountain forests of Central Africa, especially Kenya, and has adapted to life in dense undergrowth, where its colouration serves as effective camouflage. Mountain bongos feed on leaves, shoots and fruits, as well as flowers and bark
Unfortunately, the mountain bongo is now one of the most endangered large mammals in the world, with an estimated population of only 100 individuals living in the wild. The main causes of their endangerment are habitat loss, poaching, human expansion and disease. The Mountain Bongo is particularly sensitive to interference with its natural environment, which leads to its rapid decline in numbers.