Cephalophini
Cephalophini is a subtribe of antelopes belonging to the family Bovidae. This group encompasses the dik-diks, a genus of small, enigmatic ungulates found in the savannas and bushlands of eastern and southern Africa. The most defining characteristic of cephalophines is their diminutive size, with most species standing less than a meter tall at the shoulder. Their name, derived from Greek words meaning "head" and "to flee," alludes to their common habit of darting into dense cover at the slightest disturbance, often with a high-pitched whistle.
The subtribe is comprised of several distinct genera and species, with the most widely recognized being the
Reproduction in cephalophines is notable for the relatively long gestation period for their size, followed by