Dama Gazelle

Critically Endangered

Estimated remaining: ~100

Habitat

Sahara Desert regions of North Africa including Niger, Chad, and Mali, inhabiting desert grasslands, semi-arid plains, and acacia woodlands in extremely arid conditions.

Threats

• Intensive hunting for meat
• Habitat degradation from overgrazing
• Drought and desertification
• Political instability and armed conflict
• Small, fragmented populations

Conservation efforts

Protected areas in Termit Massif (Niger) and Ouadi Rimé (Chad). Captive breeding in European and North American zoos. Reintroduction programs in fenced reserves. International conservation breeding program. Community engagement in protection.