What Is a Young Antelope Called
A young antelope is commonly called a calf. The term calf is used for the offspring of many hoofed mammals, including antelopes, deer, and cattle. In most species, a newborn antelope is able to stand and walk within hours of birth.
Why Baby Antelopes Are Called Calves
The word calf comes from Old English and is widely used across livestock and wild ungulates. It refers to a juvenile animal that is still nursing and growing quickly. Wildlife guides and conservation sources often use calf when describing young antelopes in the field.
Growth and Early Life of a Young Antelope
After birth, a calf usually hides in vegetation while the mother feeds nearby. The mother returns to nurse and protect the calf. Within weeks, the calf begins to follow the herd and eat plants. By several months old, most calves are mobile and increasingly independent.
For more details on antelope behavior and terminology, see antelope on Britannica.
