The top speed it can reach is 30kph (18mph). Rock Hyrax which methodical name is procavia capensis is usually 45cm - 55cm (17.7in - 21.6in). The life span is 5 - 12 years. Rock Hyrax usually inhabits dry savanna and rainforest. It has a fur skin type. The diet is omnivore. The average weight of the rock hyrax is 3kg - 4kg (6.6lbs - 8.8lbs).
Facts about rock hyraxs
Name | Rock Hyrax |
Predators | Leopards, large birds, snakes |
Life Span | 5 - 12 years |
Weight | 3kg - 4kg (6.6lbs - 8.8lbs) |
Kingdom | Animalia |
Order | Hyracoidea |
Size (L) | 45cm - 55cm (17.7in - 21.6in) |
Colour | Brown, tan, grey, yellow, white |
Conservation Status | Least concern |
Scientific Name | Procavia capensis |
Genus | Procavia |
Habitat | Dry savanna and rainforest |
Family | Procaviidae |
Diet | Omnivore |
Skin Type | Fur |
Group | Mammal |
Lifestyle | Diurnal |
Top Speed | 30kph (18mph) |
Average Litter Size | 2 |
Prey | Grasses, fruits, lizards |
Class | Mammalia |
Common Name | Rock hyrax |
Phylum | Chordata |