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The gestation period is very long: about 420 to 455 days. A single calf is born. Calves defecate for the first time between 4 and 8 weeks of age. They reach full adult size at the age of 3 years.
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∙ 9y agoThe gestation of an okapi can last up to 16 months. Before birth the female will go into the dense vegetation to give birth to a single calf. They will nest in that spot for 2 months. They are usually weaned by 6 months, but can suckle for a year.
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What are the five most question asked about okapis?
The five most asked questions about Okapis are: (1) What is an Okapis? (2) Where can you find an Okapis? (3) Can you domesticate an Okapis? (4) What do you feed Okapis? (5) Are Okapis endangered? If you would like to learn more about Okapis go to: and search "Okapis". Thank you.
What are okapis predator?
okapis predators are really only the jaguare. okapis predators are really only the jaguare.
Is there grass where okapis live?
yes, and that is what okapis eat.
How long do okapis live for?
Okapis can get up to 25 years.
How many okapis are in Florida?
Around 3% of okapis live in Florida.
Are okapis shy?
Yes, okapis are oh so very shy.
Where can you find pictures of okapis?
You can find pictures of Okapis on google images.
What is a okapis gestation period?
The Okapis gestation period is about 458 days on average
Can we hunt okapis?
NO!
How do okapis act?
bashful
When do okapis have baby okapis?
okapis have their babies when their is the least amout of rain fall usually. Although, okapis dont mate that much, since they are pretty independent, alot of zoo have trouble trying to get them to mate. okapis have their babies when their is the least amout of rain fall usually. Although, okapis dont mate that much, since they are pretty independent, alot of zoo have trouble trying to get them to mate.
What are okapis afraid of?
They are afraid of jaguars.
