1. A long-necked African antelope (Litocranius walleri) native to arid regions of East Africa, known for standing on its hind legs to browse on high vegetation.
Usage: Also called a giraffe gazelle.; Singular and plural forms are the same or gerenuks.

Examples

• The gerenuk uses its long neck to reach leaves that other antelopes cannot access.
• Gerenuks are adapted to life in the dry savannas of Kenya and Somalia.
• Unlike most antelopes, the gerenuk can stand upright on its hind legs for extended periods.
• The gerenuk's slender build and elongated neck make it instantly recognizable.
• Wildlife photographers often travel to East Africa hoping to capture images of the rare gerenuk.