The springbok is a medium-sized antelope native to southern Africa, particularly found in countries like South Africa, Namibia, and Botswana. It is known for its distinctive light brown coat with white underparts and a unique feature: the ability to leap high into the air, a behavior called "pronking." This agility helps it evade predators in the wild. Springboks are social animals, often seen in herds that can vary in size. They primarily graze on grasses and are well-adapted to arid environments. The species is also recognized as the national animal of South Africa and is a symbol of the country's wildlife heritage.