1. A small African antelope that can leap high and dive into dense vegetation to escape predators.
Usage: Also called a diving antelope.; Found primarily in sub-Saharan Africa.

Examples

• The duiker is one of the smallest antelope species in Africa.
• When threatened, a duiker will leap vertically and plunge into thick brush.
• Wildlife photographers often struggle to spot duikers in their natural habitat.
• The blue duiker is known for its distinctive coloring and shy behavior.
• Duikers are solitary animals that prefer dense forest environments.