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Dik-dik

British pronunciation/dˈɪkdˈɪk/
American pronunciation/dˈɪkdˈɪk/
Dik-dik
[NOUN]
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a small antelope species found in various habitats across Africa, known for its petite size

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dik-dik definition and meaning

What is a "dik-dik"?

a tiny antelope species that typically measures only about 12-16 inches in height and weighs around 3-6 kilograms. They are known for their unique appearance, with large eyes, slender legs, and a distinctively elongated snout. Dik-diks are known for their exceptional speed and agility, allowing them to quickly escape from predators by zig-zagging through dense vegetation. They are typically found in a variety of habitats across Africa, including savannas, forests, and bushlands, and are known for their monogamous behavior, with males and females forming strong bonds and staying together for life

Examples
1Among the shadows of this same forest, just a short distance from the baboons, two Kirk’s dik-diks nervously keep watch as they eat.
2Among the shadows of this same forest, just a short distance from the baboons, two Kirk’s dik-diks nervously keep watch as they eat.
3Among the shadows of this same forest, just a short distance from the baboons, two Kirk’s dik-diks nervously keep watch as they eat.
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